Serving 1,001 students in grades 9-12, North Tonawanda High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 12% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,001 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Tonawanda High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Tonawanda High School's student population of 1,001 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,001 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Tonawanda High 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 North Tonawanda High School is 0.22, 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
#552 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
88%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
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 North Tonawanda High School's ranking?
North Tonawanda High School is ranked #552 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are North Tonawanda High School often compared to?
North Tonawanda High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School, Starpoint High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Tonawanda High School?
The graduation rate of North Tonawanda High School is 81%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Tonawanda High School?
1,001 students attend North Tonawanda High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of North Tonawanda High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Tonawanda High School?
North Tonawanda High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Tonawanda High School offer ?
North Tonawanda High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Tonawanda High School part of?
North Tonawanda High School is part of North Tonawanda City School District.
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