Serving 1,304 students in grades 10-12, Fairport Senior High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 92% (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 (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 92% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fairport Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Fairport Senior High School's student population of 1,304 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fairport Senior High School ranks within the top 1% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fairport 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
#19 out of 4377 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
5%
16%
White
83%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fairport Senior High School's ranking?
Fairport Senior High School is ranked #19 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fairport Senior High School often compared to?
Fairport 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?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 92% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fairport Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Fairport Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fairport Senior High School?
1,304 students attend Fairport Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Fairport Senior High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fairport Senior High School?
Fairport 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 Fairport Senior High School offer ?
Fairport Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fairport Senior High School part of?
Fairport Senior High School is part of Fairport Central School District.
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