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#340 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 7% in state

Penfield Senior High School

High School · PENFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

25 HIGH SCHOOL DR, Penfield, NY 14526

Enrollment

1,398

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

8.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#340 of 4,742

In Penfield

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

PENFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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8.5/10

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About Penfield Senior High School

Penfield Senior High School is a public high school in Penfield, NY, part of PENFIELD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Penfield Senior High School serves approximately 1,398 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Penfield Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #340 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Penfield Senior High School show 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.5 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.2 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.2Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency98% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency85% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)61% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+24.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile87th
College Readiness8.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate98%
AP Participation39.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.8Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,393
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

Penfield Senior High School — Students at Penfield Senior High School score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 96.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 93.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2018
Math
99.5%
ELA
97%
2019
Math
99.5%
ELA
97%
2020*
Math
98%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
98%
ELA
72%

* 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 Penfield Senior High School Compares

See how Penfield Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
93th percentile in NY
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.8/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
119 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
39.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

25 HIGH SCHOOL DR, Penfield, NY 14526

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Penfield Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is ALLEN CREEK SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Rochester), with a comparable rating. Additionally, SCRIBNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Penfield, see our Penfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
CHARLES FINNEY SCHOOL (THE) Penfield 0.3 mi 5.8
PENFIELD VILLAGE NURSERY SCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN Penfield 0.4 mi
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 0.3 mi 5.9
COBBLES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 0.6 mi 7.4
HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 1.2 mi 8.0
BAY TRAIL MIDDLE SCHOOL Penfield 1.5 mi 7.0
SCRIBNER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penfield 1.6 mi 7.7
ST JOHN BOSCO SCHOOL East Rochester 1.9 mi 5.6
MONROE 1 BOCES Fairport 2.2 mi 5.7
EAST ROCHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rochester 2.3 mi 5.3
EAST ROCHESTER JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Rochester 2.3 mi 5.0
SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Penfield 1.9 mi 4.1
PLANK ROAD SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 3.1 mi 6.9
JEFFERSON AVENUE SCHOOL Fairport 3.2 mi 6.2
PLANK ROAD NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster 3.2 mi 5.5
JOHANNA PERRIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Fairport 3.3 mi 6.8
MINERVA DELAND SCHOOL Fairport 3.4 mi 5.3
ROCHESTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Rochester 3.1 mi 5.3
BROOKS HILL SCHOOL Fairport 3.4 mi 6.6
ALLEN CREEK SCHOOL Rochester 2.9 mi 7.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14526 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,566

Median Home Value

$256,600

Median Rent

$1,168/mo

Population

19,348

College Educated

62.4%

Homeownership

82.9%

Avg Commute

19.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.5%

Median Age

46.5

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CLINTON SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY 8.5
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ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip, NY 8.5
ITHACA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ithaca, NY 8.5
JAMESVILLE-DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL Dewitt, NY 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Penfield Senior High School

What grades does Penfield Senior High School serve?

Penfield Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Penfield Senior High School?

Penfield Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,398 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Penfield Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Penfield Senior High School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Penfield Senior High School rank in NY?

Penfield Senior High School ranks #340 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Penfield Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Penfield Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Penfield Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Penfield Senior High School has 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Penfield Senior High School a charter school?

No, Penfield Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Penfield Senior High School a Title I school?

No, Penfield Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Penfield Senior High School?

23.5% of students at Penfield 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,398
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
119
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Monroe County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%
4-Year Graduation
98.0%

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