Serving 1,290 students in grades 9-12, Binghamton High School ranks in the top 50% 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 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 64% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 64%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 83% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Binghamton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Binghamton High School's student population of 1,290 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Binghamton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Binghamton High School is 0.73, which is more 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
#1660 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
17%
30%
Black
32%
16%
White
36%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Binghamton High School's ranking?
Binghamton High School is ranked #1660 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Binghamton High School often compared to?
Binghamton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Johnson City Senior High School, Vestal Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Binghamton High School?
The graduation rate of Binghamton High School is 76%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Binghamton High School?
1,290 students attend Binghamton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Binghamton High School students are White, 32% of students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Binghamton High School?
Binghamton High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Binghamton High School offer ?
Binghamton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Binghamton High School part of?
Binghamton High School is part of Binghamton City School District.
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