Needs Improvement
#4697 of 4,742 schools in NY
Ontech Charter High School
High School · ONTECH CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL
810 WILLIS AVE, Syracuse, NY 13204
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on 41 schools in Syracuse. Learn more
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
2.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
2.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,697 of 4,742
In Syracuse
#41 of 44
public schools
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Ontech Charter High School
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About Ontech Charter High School
Ontech Charter High School is a public high school in Syracuse, NY, part of ONTECH CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL. Ontech Charter High School serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Ontech Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10 and ranks #4,697 of 4,742 schools in NY.
- This school 2.6 · Needs Improvement
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Ontech Charter High School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
89% of students at Ontech Charter 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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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
1.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How Ontech Charter High School Compares
See how Ontech Charter 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
810 WILLIS AVE, Syracuse, NY 13204
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Ontech Charter High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WESTHILL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Solvay), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BISHOP LUDDEN JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Syracuse, see our Syracuse schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PORTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| PARKVIEW JR ACADEMY Syracuse | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| SYRACUSE ACADEMY OF SCIENCE CHARTER SCHOOL Syracuse | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| SOLVAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Solvay | 0.8 mi | 4.5 |
| FRAZER K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.0 mi | 4.0 |
| CHERRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.2 mi | 5.1 |
| PUBLIC SERVICE LEADERSHIP ACADEMY AT FOWLER Syracuse | 1.2 mi | 6.1 |
| SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL Solvay | 1.2 mi | 7.4 |
| DELAWARE PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.4 mi | 4.4 |
| BISHOP LUDDEN JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.6 mi | 6.4 |
| WESTHILL HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| SYRACUSE STEM AT BLODGETT Syracuse | 1.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MOST HOLY ROSARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.8 mi | 6.8 |
| BELLEVUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.9 mi | 3.7 |
| WALBERTA PARK PRIMARY SCHOOL Syracuse | 1.8 mi | 5.2 |
| SEYMOUR DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY Syracuse | 1.9 mi | 3.8 |
| IHSAN SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Syracuse | 2.1 mi | 7.7 |
| ROBERTS K-8 SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.6 mi | 2.6 |
| CORCORAN HIGH SCHOOL Syracuse | 2.7 mi | 6.1 |
| CHESTNUT HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Liverpool | 2.8 mi | 5.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13204 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$42,585
Median Home Value
$97,400
Median Rent
$1,054/mo
Population
19,511
College Educated
26.1%
Homeownership
28.1%
Avg Commute
18.1 min
Poverty Rate
36.1%
Median Age
31.9
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| CRESTWOOD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Melville, NY | 3.6 |
| PS 811 CONNIE LEKAS SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 3.6 |
| MANHATTAN SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT New York, NY | 3.8 |
| PS 721 MANHATTAN OCCUPATIONAL TRAINING CENTER New York, NY | 3.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ontech Charter High School
What grades does Ontech Charter High School serve?
Ontech Charter High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Ontech Charter High School?
Ontech Charter High School has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Ontech Charter High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Ontech Charter High School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Ontech Charter High School rank in NY?
Ontech Charter High School ranks #4,697 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Ontech Charter High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Ontech Charter High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Ontech Charter High School a charter school?
Yes, Ontech Charter High School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Ontech Charter High School a Title I school?
No, Ontech Charter High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ontech Charter High School?
1.2% of students at Ontech Charter 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
- 253
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 1.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Onondaga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 88.5%
- Phone
- (315) 396-0558
Resources & Links
District
ONTECH CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 253
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,283
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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