Niagara Falls High School is a public high school located at 4455 Porter Road in Niagara Falls, New York, United States.
Serving 2,142 students in grades 9-12, Niagara Falls High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 72% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niagara Falls High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Niagara Falls High School's student population of 2,142 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 136 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
136 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
'Learning For All... Whatever It Takes'
School Rankings
Niagara Falls High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niagara Falls High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3388 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
9%
30%
Black
35%
16%
White
35%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
16%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Niagara Falls Wolverine
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niagara Falls High School's ranking?
Niagara Falls High School is ranked #3388 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Niagara Falls High School often compared to?
Niagara Falls High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School, Barker Junior/senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niagara Falls High School?
The graduation rate of Niagara Falls High School is 83%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Niagara Falls High School?
2,142 students attend Niagara Falls High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Niagara Falls High School students are Black, 35% of students are White, 16% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niagara Falls High School?
Niagara Falls High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Niagara Falls High School offer ?
Niagara Falls High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Niagara Falls High School part of?
Niagara Falls High School is part of Niagara Falls City School District.
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