Very Good
#1044 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 22% in state
Owego Free Academy
High School · OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
1 SHELDON GUILE BLVD, Owego, NY 13827
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
614
Student-Teacher
13.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,044 of 4,742
In Owego
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Owego Free Academy
Owego Free Academy is a public high school in Owego, NY, part of OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Owego Free Academy serves approximately 614 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Owego Free Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,044 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Owego Free Academy show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Owego Free Academy 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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Owego Free Academy — Students at Owego Free Academy score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.9%
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
→ 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: 8.2/10.
How Owego Free Academy Compares
See how Owego Free Academy 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
1 SHELDON GUILE BLVD, Owego, NY 13827
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Owego Free Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TIOGA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Tioga Center), which scores notably higher. Another option is CANDOR JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.3/10, 8.4 miles away, in nearby Candor), a more accessible option. Additionally, NEWARK VALLEY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Newark Valley), a more accessible option. For more schools in Owego, see our Owego schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13827 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,796
Median Home Value
$142,600
Median Rent
$901/mo
Population
11,713
College Educated
28.6%
Homeownership
69%
Avg Commute
25.7 min
Poverty Rate
17.3%
Median Age
42.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Owego Free Academy
What grades does Owego Free Academy serve?
Owego Free Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Owego Free Academy?
Owego Free Academy has an enrollment of approximately 614 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Owego Free Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Owego Free Academy is 13.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Owego Free Academy rank in NY?
Owego Free Academy ranks #1,044 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Owego Free Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Owego Free Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Owego Free Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Owego Free Academy has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Owego Free Academy a charter school?
No, Owego Free Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Owego Free Academy a Title I school?
No, Owego Free Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Owego Free Academy?
40.9% of students at Owego Free Academy 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
- 614
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Tioga County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.1%
- Phone
- (607) 687-7301
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
OWEGO-APALACHIN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,973
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,413
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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