West Genesee High School is a 9–12 public high school in Camillus, New York, United States. It is part of the West Genesee Central School District.
Serving 1,387 students in grades 9-12, West Genesee Senior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 ≥50% (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 17% 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: 1,387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 86% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Genesee Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West Genesee Senior High School's student population of 1,387 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Genesee Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Genesee Senior High School is 0.31, 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
#1296 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
5%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
83%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
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: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Genesee Senior High School's ranking?
West Genesee Senior High School is ranked #1296 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Genesee Senior High School often compared to?
West Genesee Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westhill 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 ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Genesee Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Genesee Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Genesee Senior High School?
1,387 students attend West Genesee Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of West Genesee Senior High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Genesee Senior High School?
West Genesee 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 West Genesee Senior High School offer ?
West Genesee Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Genesee Senior High School part of?
West Genesee Senior High School is part of West Genesee Central School District.
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