Serving 1,499 students in grades 9-12, Henninger High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,499 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Graduation Rate: 75% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henninger High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Henninger High School's student population of 1,499 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,499 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Henninger High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-59%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
44%
16%
White
25%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Henninger High School often compared to?
Henninger High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nottingham High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Henninger High School?
The graduation rate of Henninger High School is 75%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Henninger High School?
1,499 students attend Henninger High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Henninger High School students are Black, 25% of students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henninger High School?
Henninger High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Henninger High School offer ?
Henninger High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Henninger High School part of?
Henninger High School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Henninger High School located?
Henninger High School is located in the Eastwood neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Eastwood.
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