Serving 295 students in grades 7-12, Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School's student population of 295 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
295 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School is 0.32, 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
#840 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
16%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
81%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School's ranking?
Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School is ranked #840 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School often compared to?
Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Auburn High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School?
The graduation rate of Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School?
295 students attend Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School?
Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School offer ?
Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School part of?
Southern Cayuga 7-12 Secondary School is part of Southern Cayuga Central School District.
School Reviews
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While teachers and staff are all extremely dedicated to the students, the administration and school board continue to cut programs and teachers and mistrust the student body. This mistrust has led to an unpleasant school atmosphere.
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