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#1956 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 41% in state
Auburn High School
High School · AUBURN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
250 LAKE AVE, Auburn, NY 13021
Enrollment
1,166
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,166
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,956 of 4,742
In Auburn
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
AUBURN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Auburn High School
Auburn High School is a public high school in Auburn, NY, part of AUBURN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Auburn High School serves approximately 1,166 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Auburn High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,956 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Auburn High School show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.7 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Auburn High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Auburn High School — Students at Auburn High School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.1/10.
How Auburn High School Compares
See how Auburn High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
250 LAKE AVE, Auburn, NY 13021
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Auburn High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SKANEATELES SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Skaneateles), which scores notably higher. Another option is TYBURN ACADEMY OF MARY IMMACULATE (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, WEEDSPORT JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 9.6 miles away, in nearby Weedsport), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Auburn, see our Auburn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13021 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$58,946
Median Home Value
$169,300
Median Rent
$874/mo
Population
37,479
College Educated
26.6%
Homeownership
62.8%
Avg Commute
20.3 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
43
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| HORACE MANN SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.7 |
| HUDSON FALLS HIGH SCHOOL Hudson Falls, NY | 6.7 |
| PEARL RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Pearl River, NY | 6.7 |
| EAST UPPER HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 6.8 |
| HERBERT H LEHMAN HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Auburn High School
What grades does Auburn High School serve?
Auburn High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Auburn High School?
Auburn High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,166 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Auburn High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Auburn High School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Auburn High School rank in NY?
Auburn High School ranks #1,956 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Auburn High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Auburn High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Auburn High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Auburn High School has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Auburn High School a charter school?
No, Auburn High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Auburn High School a Title I school?
No, Auburn High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Auburn High School?
54.1% of students at Auburn High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,166
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 86
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Cayuga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.2%
- Phone
- (315) 255-8300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 76.0%
Resources & Links
District
AUBURN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,888
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,490
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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