Serving 1,101 students in grades 9-12, Paul V Moore High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 7% 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: 1,101 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 7%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Paul V Moore 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
School Overview
Paul V Moore High School's student population of 1,101 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,101 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Paul V Moore High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Paul V Moore High School is 0.13, 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
#144 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
2%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
93%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Paul V Moore High School's ranking?
Paul V Moore High School is ranked #144 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Paul V Moore High School often compared to?
Paul V Moore High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cicero-north Syracuse High School, Mexico High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Paul V Moore High School?
The graduation rate of Paul V Moore High School is 88%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Paul V Moore High School?
1,101 students attend Paul V Moore High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Paul V Moore High School students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Paul V Moore High School?
Paul V Moore High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Paul V Moore High School offer ?
Paul V Moore High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Paul V Moore High School part of?
Paul V Moore High School is part of Central Square Central School District.
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