Very Good
#1324 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 28% in state
John C Birdlebough High School
High School · PHOENIX CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
552 MAIN ST, Phoenix, NY 13135
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher
9.6:1
Score
7.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,324 of 4,742
In Phoenix
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
PHOENIX CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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John C Birdlebough High School
High School in Phoenix · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John C Birdlebough High School
John C Birdlebough High School is a public high school in Phoenix, NY, part of PHOENIX CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. John C Birdlebough High School serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John C Birdlebough High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #1,324 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John C Birdlebough High School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.4 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.6:1 students to teachers, John C Birdlebough High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
37% of students at John C Birdlebough 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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John C Birdlebough High School — Students at John C Birdlebough High School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.2%
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 John C Birdlebough High School Compares
See how John C Birdlebough 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
552 MAIN ST, Phoenix, NY 13135
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John C Birdlebough High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHARLES W BAKER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Baldwinsville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, LIVERPOOL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Liverpool), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Phoenix, see our Phoenix schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13135 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$82,977
Median Home Value
$166,900
Median Rent
$965/mo
Population
6,229
College Educated
29.3%
Homeownership
73.4%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
12.5%
Median Age
44.3
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| CYBERARTS STUDIO ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 7.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John C Birdlebough High School
What grades does John C Birdlebough High School serve?
John C Birdlebough High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John C Birdlebough High School?
John C Birdlebough High School has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John C Birdlebough High School?
The student-teacher ratio at John C Birdlebough High School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John C Birdlebough High School rank in NY?
John C Birdlebough High School ranks #1,324 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is John C Birdlebough High School's MySchoolScout rating?
John C Birdlebough High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 John C Birdlebough High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John C Birdlebough High School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is John C Birdlebough High School a charter school?
No, John C Birdlebough High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John C Birdlebough High School a Title I school?
No, John C Birdlebough High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John C Birdlebough High School?
54.2% of students at John C Birdlebough 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
- 489
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 51
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Oswego County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (315) 695-1631
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
PHOENIX CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,663
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,816
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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