Serving 714 students in grades 7-12, Ogdensburg Free Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 49% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 2% 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: 714 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 2%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ogdensburg Free Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Ogdensburg Free Academy's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ogdensburg Free Academy 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 Ogdensburg Free Academy is 0.04, 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
#1629 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
1%
29%
Black
n/a
16%
White
98%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ogdensburg Free Academy's ranking?
Ogdensburg Free Academy is ranked #1629 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ogdensburg Free Academy often compared to?
Ogdensburg Free Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Lisbon Central School, H C Williams Senior High School, Heuvelton Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ogdensburg Free Academy?
The graduation rate of Ogdensburg Free Academy is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ogdensburg Free Academy?
714 students attend Ogdensburg Free Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
98% of Ogdensburg Free Academy students are White, 1% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ogdensburg Free Academy?
Ogdensburg Free Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ogdensburg Free Academy offer ?
Ogdensburg Free Academy offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ogdensburg Free Academy part of?
Ogdensburg Free Academy is part of Ogdensburg City School District.
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