Serving 1,058 students in grades 9-12, Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority American Indian and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,058 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School's student population of 1,058 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 82 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,058 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
82 teachers
School Mascot
Falcons
School Rankings
Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School is 0.40, which is less 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
#349 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
6%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
77%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School's ranking?
Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School is ranked #349 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School often compared to?
Niagara-wheatfield Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Tonawanda High School, Starpoint High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School is 93%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School?
1,058 students attend Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School?
Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School offer ?
Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School part of?
Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School is part of Niagara-Wheatfield Central School District.
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