East Aurora High School

East Aurora High School serves 529 students in grades 9-12 in East Aurora, New York, offering a strong academic environment with an impressive 10:1 student-teacher ratio supported by 53 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates exceptional academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranking #919 out of 4,758 schools statewide, placing it in the 81st percentile among New York high schools. Students at East Aurora High School excel academically, with 90% achieving proficiency or above in ELA/Reading and an outstanding 98% meeting or exceeding proficiency standards in mathematics.

This academic success reflects both the school's commitment to educational excellence and the supportive community environment. The school draws from a well-educated community where 48% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, with a median household income of $99,178 and a low poverty rate of just 2.1%. The area's median home value of $294,000 reflects the stability and investment in education that characterizes this community of 17,694 residents.

East Aurora High School is situated in a rural area near town, providing students with the benefits of both a close-knit community atmosphere and access to broader educational and cultural opportunities in the surrounding region.

Located in a rural area, East Aurora High School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.