Excellent
#542 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 11% in state
Horseheads Senior High School
High School · HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
401 FLETCHER ST, Horseheads, NY 14845
Enrollment
1,122
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,122
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#542 of 4,742
In Horseheads
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Horseheads Senior High School
Horseheads Senior High School is a public high school in Horseheads, NY, part of HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Horseheads Senior High School serves approximately 1,122 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Horseheads Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #542 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Horseheads Senior High School show 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Horseheads Senior High School — Students at Horseheads Senior High School score 96% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
30.2%
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: 9.0/10.
How Horseheads Senior High School Compares
See how Horseheads 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
401 FLETCHER ST, Horseheads, NY 14845
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Horseheads Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THOMAS A EDISON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Elmira Heights), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ST MARY OUR MOTHER SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 0.9 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, GARDNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Horseheads, see our Horseheads schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Horseheads | 0.2 mi | 5.0 |
| ST MARY OUR MOTHER SCHOOL Horseheads | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| GARDNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| RIDGE ROAD SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.9 mi | 3.9 |
| HORSEHEADS MIDDLE SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.8 mi | 5.0 |
| HORSEHEADS INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Horseheads | 1.8 mi | 5.8 |
| THOMAS A EDISON HIGH SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| COHEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 2.9 mi | 5.0 |
| COHEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira Heights | 2.9 mi | 5.2 |
| FASSETT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 3.4 mi | 3.4 |
| DIVEN SCHOOL Elmira | 3.9 mi | 2.7 |
| ERNIE DAVIS ACADEMY Elmira | 4.6 mi | 2.5 |
| FINN ACADEMY: AN ELMIRA CHARTER SCHOOL Elmira | 4.7 mi | 3.0 |
| THOMAS K BEECHER SCHOOL Elmira | 4.9 mi | 2.2 |
| ELMIRA PSYCHIATRIC CENTER Elmira | 5.1 mi | — |
| RIVERSIDE ELEMENTARY Elmira | 5.6 mi | 2.4 |
| PARLEY COBURN SCHOOL Elmira | 5.8 mi | 3.1 |
| HENDY AVENUE SCHOOL Elmira | 5.9 mi | 2.3 |
| HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 5.9 mi | 5.6 |
| HOLY FAMILY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmira | 5.9 mi | 5.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14845 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$76,617
Median Home Value
$183,900
Median Rent
$1,175/mo
Population
20,552
College Educated
35.1%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.2%
Median Age
44.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMHERST CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Amherst, NY | 8.2 |
| ARCADIA HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 8.2 |
| CENTEREACH HIGH SCHOOL Centereach, NY | 8.2 |
| FAYETTEVILLE-MANLIUS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Manlius, NY | 8.2 |
| FRANK SINATRA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City, NY | 8.2 |
| FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hyde Park, NY | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Horseheads Senior High School
What grades does Horseheads Senior High School serve?
Horseheads Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Horseheads Senior High School?
Horseheads Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,122 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Horseheads Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Horseheads Senior High School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Horseheads Senior High School rank in NY?
Horseheads Senior High School ranks #542 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Horseheads Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Horseheads Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Horseheads Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Horseheads Senior High School has 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Horseheads Senior High School a charter school?
No, Horseheads Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Horseheads Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Horseheads Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Horseheads Senior High School?
30.2% of students at Horseheads 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,122
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 89
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 30.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small Suburb
- County
- Chemung County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 11.6%
- Phone
- (607) 739-5601
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
HORSEHEADS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,826
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,693
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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