Penfield High School is a public high school in Penfield, New York, United States. It offers a comprehensive curriculum for students in grades 9–12.
Serving 1,398 students in grades 9-12, Penfield Senior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Penfield 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Penfield Senior High School's student population of 1,398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 119 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
119 teachers
Year Founded
1895
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Penfield Senior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Penfield Senior High School is 0.37, 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
#178 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
79%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chiefs (1953-2001); Patriots (2001-present)
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Penfield Senior High School's ranking?
Penfield Senior High School is ranked #178 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Penfield Senior High School often compared to?
Penfield Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brighton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Penfield Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Penfield Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Penfield Senior High School?
1,398 students attend Penfield Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Penfield Senior High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Penfield Senior High School?
Penfield Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Penfield Senior High School offer ?
Penfield Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Penfield Senior High School part of?
Penfield Senior High School is part of Penfield Central School District.
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