Ogdensburg Free Academy is a public high school in Ogdensburg, New York. It consists of around 750 or more students in the 7th through 12th grade. The famous Golden Dome is located on State Street and attracts residents from across the North Country.
Serving 675 students in grades 7-12, Ogdensburg Free Academy ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 1% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 675 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 1%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ogdensburg Free Academy's student population of 675 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
675 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1868
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Rankings
Ogdensburg Free Academy ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ogdensburg Free Academy is 0.02, 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
#1840 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
n/a
30%
Black
n/a
16%
White
99%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Devil
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ogdensburg Free Academy's ranking?
Ogdensburg Free Academy is ranked #1840 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ogdensburg Free Academy often compared to?
Ogdensburg Free Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lisbon Central School, H C Williams Senior High School, Heuvelton Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ogdensburg Free Academy?
The graduation rate of Ogdensburg Free Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ogdensburg Free Academy?
675 students attend Ogdensburg Free Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
99% of Ogdensburg Free Academy students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ogdensburg Free Academy?
Ogdensburg Free Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ogdensburg Free Academy offer ?
Ogdensburg Free Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ogdensburg Free Academy part of?
Ogdensburg Free Academy is part of Ogdensburg City School District.
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