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#2873 of 4,742 schools in NY
Olean Senior High School
High School · OLEAN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
410 W SULLIVAN ST, Olean, NY 14760
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
8th – 12th
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
5.8
Grades
8th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,873 of 4,742
In Olean
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
OLEAN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
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About Olean Senior High School
Olean Senior High School is a public high school in Olean, NY, part of OLEAN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Olean Senior High School serves approximately 658 students, and covers grades 8th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Olean Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 out of 10 and ranks #2,873 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Olean Senior High School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.8 · Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
34% of students at Olean 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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Olean Senior High School — Students at Olean Senior High School score 40% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
49.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 30 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: 2.2/10.
How Olean Senior High School Compares
See how Olean 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
410 W SULLIVAN ST, Olean, NY 14760
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Olean Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CUBA-RUSHFORD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 13.6 miles away, in nearby Cuba), which scores notably higher. Another option is PORTVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Portville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Otto-Eldred JSHS (rated 7.0/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Duke Center), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Olean, see our Olean schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OLEAN INTERMEDIATE-MIDDLE SCHOOL Olean | 0.1 mi | 3.9 |
| WASHINGTON WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean | 0.8 mi | 7.3 |
| EAST VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| SOUTHERN TIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Olean | 1.1 mi | 6.8 |
| ARCHBISHOP WALSH HIGH SCHOOL Olean | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| CATTARAUGUS-ALLEGANY-ERIE-WYOMING BOCES Olean | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allegany | 3.1 mi | 6.9 |
| ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Allegany | 5.0 mi | 6.2 |
| HINSDALE CENTRAL SCHOOL Hinsdale | 5.9 mi | 8.2 |
| PORTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portville | 6.3 mi | 7.4 |
| PORTVILLE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Portville | 6.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Otto-Eldred El Sch Eldred | 9.2 mi | 7.5 |
| Otto-Eldred JSHS Duke Center | 10.2 mi | 7.0 |
| CUBA-RUSHFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cuba | 12.3 mi | 8.0 |
| Floyd C Fretz MS Bradford | 12.4 mi | 5.2 |
| CUBA-RUSHFORD HIGH SCHOOL Cuba | 13.6 mi | 9.3 |
| CUBA-RUSHFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Cuba | 13.6 mi | 6.0 |
| George Blaisdell El Sch Bradford | 13.1 mi | 6.9 |
| PARKER-JORDAN ACADEMY Little Gennessee | 12.6 mi | — |
| THE LEARNING CENTER Bradford | 13.8 mi | 4.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14760 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,569
Median Home Value
$99,400
Median Rent
$777/mo
Population
17,272
College Educated
27.4%
Homeownership
61%
Avg Commute
16.9 min
Poverty Rate
21.1%
Median Age
42.3
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| COMMUNITY HEALTH ACADEMY OF THE HEIGHTS New York, NY | 5.8 |
| GALWAY JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Galway, NY | 5.8 |
| LA SALLE INSTITUTE Troy, NY | 5.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Olean Senior High School
What grades does Olean Senior High School serve?
Olean Senior High School serves students in grades 8th through 12th.
How many students attend Olean Senior High School?
Olean Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 658 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Olean Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Olean Senior High School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Olean Senior High School rank in NY?
Olean Senior High School ranks #2,873 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Olean Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Olean Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.8 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 Olean Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Olean Senior High School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Olean Senior High School a charter school?
No, Olean Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Olean Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Olean Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Olean Senior High School?
49.4% of students at Olean 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
- 8th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 658
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 59
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 49.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Remote Town
- County
- Cattaraugus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 34.0%
- Phone
- (716) 375-8029
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
OLEAN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,929
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,161
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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