Excellent
#229 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 5% in state
Palmyra-macedon Senior High School
High School · PALMYRA-MACEDON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
151 HYDE PKWY, Palmyra, NY 14522
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
567
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#229 of 4,742
In Palmyra
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
PALMYRA-MACEDON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Palmyra-macedon Senior High School
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About Palmyra-macedon Senior High School
Palmyra-macedon Senior High School is a public high school in Palmyra, NY, part of PALMYRA-MACEDON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Palmyra-macedon Senior High School serves approximately 567 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Palmyra-macedon Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #229 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Palmyra-macedon Senior High School show 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Palmyra-macedon 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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Palmyra-macedon Senior High School — Students at Palmyra-macedon Senior High School score 98% 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: 9.1/10.
How Palmyra-macedon Senior High School Compares
See how Palmyra-macedon 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
151 HYDE PKWY, Palmyra, NY 14522
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Palmyra-macedon Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CANANDAIGUA ACADEMY (rated 9.1/10, 10.4 miles away, in nearby Canandaigua), which scores slightly higher. Another option is RUBEN A CIRILLO HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 5.3 miles away, in nearby Walworth), with a comparable rating. Additionally, RED JACKET HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Shortsville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Palmyra, see our Palmyra schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 10.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PALMYRA-MACEDON MIDDLE SCHOOL Palmyra | 0.2 mi | 4.3 |
| PALMYRA-MACEDON PRIMARY SCHOOL Palmyra | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| PALMYRA-MACEDON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Macedon | 3.1 mi | 3.7 |
| RUBEN A CIRILLO HIGH SCHOOL Walworth | 5.3 mi | 8.1 |
| RICHARD MANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walworth | 5.4 mi | 4.2 |
| GANANDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Walworth | 5.6 mi | 4.5 |
| EAST PALMYRA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Palmyra | 4.7 mi | 5.7 |
| RED JACKET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shortsville | 6.9 mi | 6.8 |
| RED JACKET HIGH SCHOOL Shortsville | 6.9 mi | 8.0 |
| RED JACKET MIDDLE SCHOOL Shortsville | 6.9 mi | 5.2 |
| MARION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marion | 6.6 mi | 6.8 |
| MARION JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Marion | 8.4 mi | 4.3 |
| NEWARK MIDDLE SCHOOL Newark | 7.0 mi | 3.7 |
| NEWARK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Newark | 7.0 mi | 7.6 |
| CALVARY CHAPEL ACADEMY Farmington | 8.9 mi | 5.6 |
| PERKINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newark | 7.4 mi | 7.0 |
| NORMAN R KELLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Newark | 7.4 mi | 4.0 |
| LINCOLN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newark | 7.6 mi | 7.2 |
| CANANDAIGUA ACADEMY Canandaigua | 10.4 mi | 9.1 |
| CANANDAIGUA MONTESSORI SCHOOL Canandaigua | 10.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14522 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,368
Median Home Value
$148,500
Median Rent
$940/mo
Population
9,230
College Educated
24.5%
Homeownership
75.8%
Avg Commute
23.9 min
Poverty Rate
7.8%
Median Age
46.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONX COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 8.7 |
| CAMDEN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Camden, NY | 8.7 |
| ELEANOR ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 8.7 |
| INSTITUTE FOR COLLABORATIVE EDUCATION New York, NY | 8.7 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE Long Island City, NY | 8.7 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES AT YORK COLLEGE Jamaica, NY | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Palmyra-macedon Senior High School
What grades does Palmyra-macedon Senior High School serve?
Palmyra-macedon Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Palmyra-macedon Senior High School?
Palmyra-macedon Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 567 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Palmyra-macedon Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Palmyra-macedon Senior High School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Palmyra-macedon Senior High School rank in NY?
Palmyra-macedon Senior High School ranks #229 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Palmyra-macedon Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Palmyra-macedon Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Palmyra-macedon Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Palmyra-macedon Senior High School has 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Palmyra-macedon Senior High School a charter school?
No, Palmyra-macedon Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Palmyra-macedon Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Palmyra-macedon Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Palmyra-macedon Senior High School?
36.5% of students at Palmyra-macedon 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
- 567
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 49
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 36.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.5%
- Phone
- (315) 597-3420
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
PALMYRA-MACEDON CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,765
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,848
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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