Below Average
#4063 of 4,742 schools in NY
Hornell Junior-senior High School
High School · HORNELL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
134 SENECA ST, Hornell, NY 14843
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
608
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
4.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,063 of 4,742
In Hornell
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
HORNELL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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Hornell Junior-senior High School
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About Hornell Junior-senior High School
Hornell Junior-senior High School is a public high school in Hornell, NY, part of HORNELL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Hornell Junior-senior High School serves approximately 608 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Hornell Junior-senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,063 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Hornell Junior-senior High School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Hornell Junior-senior 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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Hornell Junior-senior High School — Students at Hornell Junior-senior High School score 28% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
46.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 1.5/10.
How Hornell Junior-senior High School Compares
See how Hornell Junior-senior 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
134 SENECA ST, Hornell, NY 14843
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hornell Junior-senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WAYLAND-COHOCTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 16.2 miles away, in nearby Wayland), which scores notably higher. Another option is JASPER-TROUPSBURG JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 13.9 miles away, in nearby Greenwood), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALFRED-ALMOND JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Almond), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hornell, see our Hornell schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ST ANNS ACADEMY Hornell | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| HORNELL INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Hornell | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| NORTH HORNELL SCHOOL Hornell | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| ARKPORT CENTRAL SCHOOL Arkport | 4.5 mi | 6.3 |
| CANISTEO-GREENWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Canisteo | 5.4 mi | 5.7 |
| CANISTEO-GREENWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Canisteo | 5.5 mi | 7.3 |
| ALFRED-ALMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Almond | 5.2 mi | 6.6 |
| ALFRED-ALMOND JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Almond | 5.2 mi | 6.0 |
| CANASERAGA SCHOOL Canaseraga | 10.5 mi | 7.8 |
| JASPER-TROUPSBURG JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Greenwood | 13.9 mi | 7.8 |
| ANDOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Andover | 13.7 mi | 4.8 |
| COHOCTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cohocton | 14.0 mi | 3.9 |
| HILLSIDE CHILDREN'S CTR-SNELL FARM CAMPUS SCHOOL Bath | 12.0 mi | — |
| WAYLAND-COHOCTON HIGH SCHOOL Wayland | 16.2 mi | 8.0 |
| WAYLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wayland | 16.2 mi | 4.2 |
| WAYLAND-COHOCTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Wayland | 16.2 mi | 5.5 |
| ELLIS B HYDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dansville | 16.5 mi | 5.2 |
| DANSVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Dansville | 16.5 mi | 5.5 |
| DANSVILLE PRIMARY SCHOOL Dansville | 16.6 mi | 6.5 |
| AVOCA CENTRAL SCHOOL Avoca | 13.7 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14843 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$56,004
Median Home Value
$104,300
Median Rent
$766/mo
Population
12,452
College Educated
21.1%
Homeownership
60.7%
Avg Commute
19.8 min
Poverty Rate
17%
Median Age
43.7
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| JOHN F KENNEDY JR SCHOOL Elmhurst, NY | 4.3 |
| MSGR FARRELL HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island, NY | 4.3 |
| NEWARK VALLEY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Newark Valley, NY | 4.3 |
| ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Buffalo, NY | 4.3 |
| WELLSVILLE SECONDARY SCHOOL Wellsville, NY | 4.3 |
| ACADEMY OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Far Rockaway, NY | 4.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hornell Junior-senior High School
What grades does Hornell Junior-senior High School serve?
Hornell Junior-senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Hornell Junior-senior High School?
Hornell Junior-senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 608 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hornell Junior-senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Hornell Junior-senior High School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hornell Junior-senior High School rank in NY?
Hornell Junior-senior High School ranks #4,063 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Hornell Junior-senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Hornell Junior-senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Hornell Junior-senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hornell Junior-senior High School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Hornell Junior-senior High School a charter school?
No, Hornell Junior-senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hornell Junior-senior High School a Title I school?
No, Hornell Junior-senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hornell Junior-senior High School?
46.7% of students at Hornell Junior-senior 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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 608
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 52
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 46.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Steuben County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.5%
- Phone
- (607) 324-1303
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
HORNELL CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,480
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,691
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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