Very Good
#1133 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 24% in state
Newark Senior High School
High School · NEWARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
625 PEIRSON AVE, Newark, NY 14513
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
576
Student-Teacher
9:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,133 of 4,742
In Newark
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
NEWARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Newark Senior High School
Newark Senior High School is a public high school in Newark, NY, part of NEWARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Newark Senior High School serves approximately 576 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Newark Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #1,133 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Newark Senior High School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9:1 students to teachers, Newark Senior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
43% of students at Newark 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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Newark Senior High School — Students at Newark Senior High School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
54.9%
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
↓ 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: 8.5/10.
How Newark Senior High School Compares
See how Newark 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
625 PEIRSON AVE, Newark, NY 14513
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Newark Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LYONS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Lyons), which scores notably higher. Another option is PALMYRA-MACEDON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Palmyra), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WILLIAMSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 12.8 miles away, in nearby Williamson), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Newark, see our Newark schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 12.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NEWARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Newark | 0.2 mi | 3.7 |
| PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newark | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| NORMAN R KELLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Newark | 0.6 mi | 4.0 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newark | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| ONTARIO-SENECA-YATES-CAYUGA-WAYNE BOCES Newark | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| EAST PALMYRA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Palmyra | 3.8 mi | 5.7 |
| MIDLAKES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clifton Springs | 5.5 mi | 3.8 |
| MIDLAKES MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Clifton Springs | 5.6 mi | 4.7 |
| LYONS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lyons | 6.3 mi | 3.2 |
| PALMYRA-MACEDON PRIMARY SCHOOL Palmyra | 6.4 mi | 6.4 |
| LYONS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lyons | 6.6 mi | 8.8 |
| LYONS MIDDLE SCHOOL Lyons | 6.6 mi | 3.5 |
| MARION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marion | 8.3 mi | 6.8 |
| PALMYRA-MACEDON MIDDLE SCHOOL Palmyra | 7.0 mi | 4.3 |
| PALMYRA-MACEDON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Palmyra | 7.0 mi | 8.7 |
| RED JACKET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shortsville | 8.2 mi | 6.8 |
| RED JACKET HIGH SCHOOL Shortsville | 8.2 mi | 8.0 |
| RED JACKET MIDDLE SCHOOL Shortsville | 8.2 mi | 5.2 |
| MARION JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Marion | 10.1 mi | 4.3 |
| WILLIAMSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Williamson | 12.8 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14513 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,117
Median Home Value
$133,500
Median Rent
$1,027/mo
Population
13,501
College Educated
19%
Homeownership
69.3%
Avg Commute
22.4 min
Poverty Rate
15.1%
Median Age
44
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|---|---|
| COBLESKILL-RICHMONDVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Richmondville, NY | 7.6 |
| JOHNSON CITY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Johnson City, NY | 7.6 |
| KNOWLEDGE AND POWER PREP ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.6 |
| MYNDERSE ACADEMY Seneca Falls, NY | 7.6 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR INFORMATION RESEARCH AND TECHNOLOGY Far Rockaway, NY | 7.6 |
| RANDOLPH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Randolph, NY | 7.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Newark Senior High School
What grades does Newark Senior High School serve?
Newark Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Newark Senior High School?
Newark Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 576 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Newark Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Newark Senior High School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Newark Senior High School rank in NY?
Newark Senior High School ranks #1,133 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Newark Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Newark Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Newark Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Newark Senior High School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Newark Senior High School a charter school?
No, Newark Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Newark Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Newark Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Newark Senior High School?
54.9% of students at Newark 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 576
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 64
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 54.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.5%
- Phone
- (315) 332-3242
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEWARK CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,929
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,364
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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