Serving 96 students in grades 9-12, Oswayo Valley High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Pennsylvania for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 36%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the Pennsylvania state average of 55%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Pennsylvania state level of 13:1.
Minority enrollment is 4% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 38% (majority Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 96 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 4%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in PA)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oswayo Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Oswayo Valley High School's student population of 96 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 11 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
96 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Oswayo Valley High School ranks within the top 20% of all 2,733 schools in Pennsylvania (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oswayo Valley High School is 0.08, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.58. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#467 out of 2733 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
36%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
55%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
57%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
13:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
3%
14%
Black
n/a
14%
White
96%
62%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), PA Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oswayo Valley High School's ranking?
Oswayo Valley High School is ranked #467 out of 2,733 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 36% PA state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 55% PA state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oswayo Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Oswayo Valley High School is 80%, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oswayo Valley High School?
96 students attend Oswayo Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
96% of Oswayo Valley High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oswayo Valley High School?
Oswayo Valley High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Pennsylvania state average of 13:1.
What grades does Oswayo Valley High School offer ?
Oswayo Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Oswayo Valley High School part of?
Oswayo Valley High School is part of Oswayo Valley School District.
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