Excellent
#716 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 15% in state
Letchworth Senior High School
High School · LETCHWORTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
5550 SCHOOL RD, Gainesville, NY 14066
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
263
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#716 of 4,742
In Gainesville
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
LETCHWORTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Letchworth Senior High School
Letchworth Senior High School is a public high school in Gainesville, NY, part of LETCHWORTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Letchworth Senior High School serves approximately 263 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Letchworth Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #716 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Letchworth Senior High School show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Letchworth Senior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Letchworth Senior High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Letchworth Senior High School — Students at Letchworth Senior High School score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
36.5%
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 Letchworth Senior High School Compares
See how Letchworth 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
5550 SCHOOL RD, Gainesville, NY 14066
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Letchworth Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WARSAW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 8.0 miles away, in nearby Warsaw), with a very similar rating. Another option is MOUNT MORRIS MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Mount Morris), a more accessible option. Additionally, PERRY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.9/10, 8.8 miles away, in nearby Perry), a more accessible option. For more schools in Gainesville, see our Gainesville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 17.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LETCHWORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Gainesville | 0.0 mi | 4.9 |
| LETCHWORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gainesville | 0.0 mi | 6.5 |
| CASTILE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Castile | 3.0 mi | — |
| WARSAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Warsaw | 7.8 mi | 4.7 |
| WARSAW SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Warsaw | 8.0 mi | 8.0 |
| WARSAW MIDDLE SCHOOL Warsaw | 8.0 mi | 6.2 |
| PERRY JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Perry | 8.8 mi | 5.9 |
| PERRY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Perry | 9.0 mi | 4.6 |
| SILVER LAKE MENNONITE SCHOOL Perry | 10.6 mi | — |
| FILLMORE CENTRAL SCHOOL Fillmore | 11.3 mi | 7.7 |
| DALTON-NUNDA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Nunda | 9.5 mi | 3.9 |
| DALTON-NUNDA SECONDARY SCHOOL Nunda | 9.5 mi | 5.1 |
| DALTON-NUNDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Nunda | 9.5 mi | 4.5 |
| WYOMING CENTRAL SCHOOL Wyoming | 13.3 mi | 4.7 |
| HOUGHTON ACADEMY Houghton | 14.3 mi | 5.9 |
| MOUNT MORRIS MIDDLE/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mount Morris | 13.6 mi | 6.0 |
| MOUNT MORRIS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Morris | 13.6 mi | 4.8 |
| PAVILION JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pavilion | 17.5 mi | 5.5 |
| D B BUNCE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pavilion | 17.6 mi | 4.7 |
| ATTICA JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Attica | 17.7 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$69,688
Median Home Value
$131,000
Median Rent
$706/mo
Population
1,004
College Educated
23%
Homeownership
89.6%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.2%
Median Age
50.4
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| ACADEMY FOR LANGUAGE AND TECHNOLOGY Bronx, NY | 8.0 |
| AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE & ENGLISH SECONDARY SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.0 |
| BROOKLYN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.0 |
| HARRISVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Harrisville, NY | 8.0 |
| NEW LEBANON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New Lebanon, NY | 8.0 |
| NEW WORLD HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Letchworth Senior High School
What grades does Letchworth Senior High School serve?
Letchworth Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Letchworth Senior High School?
Letchworth Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 263 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Letchworth Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Letchworth Senior High School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Letchworth Senior High School rank in NY?
Letchworth Senior High School ranks #716 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Letchworth Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Letchworth Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Letchworth Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Letchworth Senior High School has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Letchworth Senior High School a charter school?
No, Letchworth Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Letchworth Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Letchworth Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Letchworth Senior High School?
36.5% of students at Letchworth 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
- 263
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Wyoming County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.4%
- Phone
- (585) 493-2571
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
LETCHWORTH CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 873
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,831
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
Other Schools in This District
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