Very Good
#833 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 18% in state
Penn Yan Academy
High School · PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
305 COURT ST, Penn Yan, NY 14527
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
419
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#833 of 4,742
In Penn Yan
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Penn Yan Academy
Penn Yan Academy is a public high school in Penn Yan, NY, part of PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Penn Yan Academy serves approximately 419 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Penn Yan Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #833 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Penn Yan Academy show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Penn Yan Academy sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Penn Yan Academy — Students at Penn Yan Academy score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
51.6%
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: 9.3/10.
How Penn Yan Academy Compares
See how Penn Yan 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
305 COURT ST, Penn Yan, NY 14527
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Penn Yan Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MARCUS WHITMAN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Rushville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, DUNDEE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 10.6 miles away, in nearby Dundee), a more accessible option. For more schools in Penn Yan, see our Penn Yan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 11.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PENN YAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penn Yan | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| PENN YAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| EMMANUEL BAPTIST ACADEMY Penn Yan | 0.3 mi | — |
| ST MICHAELS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Penn Yan | 0.3 mi | 5.4 |
| BENTON MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 2.7 mi | — |
| WEST WOOD MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 2.5 mi | — |
| SUNNY HAVEN MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 3.7 mi | — |
| TORREY RIDGE MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 3.2 mi | — |
| VALLEY VIEW SCHOOL Penn Yan | 4.3 mi | 3.3 |
| WOOD CORNER MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 5.7 mi | — |
| CHUBB HOLLOW MENNONITE SCHOOL Himrod | 5.2 mi | — |
| NEW CONQUEST MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 5.4 mi | — |
| SUNNY VIEW MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 8.4 mi | — |
| SCENIC VALLEY MENNONITE SCHOOL Dundee | 10.1 mi | — |
| SPRING HILL MENNONITE SCHOOL Penn Yan | 9.2 mi | — |
| GORHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stanley | 10.0 mi | 4.4 |
| DUNDEE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dundee | 10.6 mi | 5.3 |
| DUNDEE JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Dundee | 10.6 mi | 6.6 |
| MEADOW LANE SCHOOL Dundee | 10.9 mi | — |
| MARCUS WHITMAN HIGH SCHOOL Rushville | 11.4 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14527 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$65,212
Median Home Value
$199,800
Median Rent
$758/mo
Population
12,444
College Educated
27.2%
Homeownership
72.3%
Avg Commute
20.4 min
Poverty Rate
13.3%
Median Age
45.3
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AVON HIGH SCHOOL Avon, NY | 7.9 |
| CAIRO-DURHAM HIGH SCHOOL Cairo, NY | 7.9 |
| COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE FOR MATH AND SCIENCE Bronx, NY | 7.9 |
| FRANKFORT-SCHUYLER CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Frankfort, NY | 7.9 |
| GRIFFITH INSTITUTE HIGH SCHOOL Springville, NY | 7.9 |
| HEALTH SCIENCES CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Penn Yan Academy
What grades does Penn Yan Academy serve?
Penn Yan Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Penn Yan Academy?
Penn Yan Academy has an enrollment of approximately 419 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Penn Yan Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Penn Yan Academy is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Penn Yan Academy rank in NY?
Penn Yan Academy ranks #833 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Penn Yan Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Penn Yan Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Penn Yan Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Penn Yan Academy has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Penn Yan Academy a charter school?
No, Penn Yan Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Penn Yan Academy a Title I school?
No, Penn Yan Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Penn Yan Academy?
51.6% of students at Penn Yan 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
- 419
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 51.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Yates County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 27.9%
- Phone
- (315) 536-4408
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
PENN YAN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,291
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,394
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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