Excellent
#325 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 7% in state
Jamesville-dewitt High School
High School · JAMESVILLE-DEWITT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
6845 EDINGER DR, Dewitt, NY 13214
Enrollment
843
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
843
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#325 of 4,742
In Dewitt
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
JAMESVILLE-DEWITT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Jamesville-dewitt High School
Jamesville-dewitt High School is a public high school in Dewitt, NY, part of JAMESVILLE-DEWITT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Jamesville-dewitt High School serves approximately 843 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Jamesville-dewitt High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #325 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Jamesville-dewitt High School show 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Jamesville-dewitt High School — Students at Jamesville-dewitt High School score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.9%
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: 8.3/10.
How Jamesville-dewitt High School Compares
See how Jamesville-dewitt 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
6845 EDINGER DR, Dewitt, NY 13214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Jamesville-dewitt High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NOTTINGHAM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Syracuse), a more accessible option. Additionally, BISHOP GRIMES JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby East Syracuse), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dewitt, see our Dewitt schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$93,200
Median Home Value
$218,900
Median Rent
$998/mo
Population
8,713
College Educated
52.4%
Homeownership
71.1%
Avg Commute
18.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.6%
Median Age
37.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Jamesville-dewitt High School
What grades does Jamesville-dewitt High School serve?
Jamesville-dewitt High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Jamesville-dewitt High School?
Jamesville-dewitt High School has an enrollment of approximately 843 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Jamesville-dewitt High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Jamesville-dewitt High School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Jamesville-dewitt High School rank in NY?
Jamesville-dewitt High School ranks #325 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Jamesville-dewitt High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Jamesville-dewitt High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Jamesville-dewitt High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Jamesville-dewitt High School has 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Jamesville-dewitt High School a charter school?
No, Jamesville-dewitt High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Jamesville-dewitt High School a Title I school?
No, Jamesville-dewitt High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Jamesville-dewitt High School?
25.9% of students at Jamesville-dewitt 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
- 843
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.5%
- Phone
- (315) 445-8340
- 4-Year Graduation
- 96.0%
Resources & Links
District
JAMESVILLE-DEWITT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,492
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,605
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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