Very Good
#1051 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 22% in state
Portville Junior-senior High School
High School · PORTVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 790, Portville, NY 14770
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.7
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher
13:1
Score
7.7
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,051 of 4,742
In Portville
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 2
PORTVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.1 / 10
Very Good
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Portville Junior-senior High School
High School in Portville · grades 7th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Portville Junior-senior High School
Portville Junior-senior High School is a public high school in Portville, NY, part of PORTVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Portville Junior-senior High School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Portville Junior-senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,051 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Portville Junior-senior High School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Portville Junior-senior High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
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Portville Junior-senior High School — Students at Portville Junior-senior High School score 48% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 6.8/10.
How Portville Junior-senior High School Compares
See how Portville Junior-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
PO BOX 790, Portville, NY 14770
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Portville Junior-senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Otto-Eldred JSHS (rated 7.0/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Duke Center), with a comparable rating. Another option is BOLIVAR-RICHBURG JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 9.1 miles away, in nearby Bolivar), with a comparable rating. Additionally, OLEAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.8/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Olean), a more accessible option. For more schools in Portville, see our Portville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 13.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PORTVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Portville | 0.1 mi | 7.4 |
| Otto-Eldred El Sch Eldred | 6.1 mi | 7.5 |
| CATTARAUGUS-ALLEGANY-ERIE-WYOMING BOCES Olean | 5.6 mi | 5.7 |
| EAST VIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean | 5.5 mi | 6.9 |
| OLEAN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Olean | 6.3 mi | 5.8 |
| OLEAN INTERMEDIATE-MIDDLE SCHOOL Olean | 6.4 mi | 3.9 |
| WASHINGTON WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Olean | 6.9 mi | 7.3 |
| PARKER-JORDAN ACADEMY Little Gennessee | 6.8 mi | — |
| SOUTHERN TIER CATHOLIC SCHOOL Olean | 7.2 mi | 6.8 |
| ARCHBISHOP WALSH HIGH SCHOOL Olean | 7.2 mi | 6.8 |
| HINSDALE CENTRAL SCHOOL Hinsdale | 9.5 mi | 8.2 |
| Oswayo Valley El Sch Shinglehouse | 8.8 mi | 8.6 |
| BOLIVAR-RICHBURG PRE-K PROGRAM Bolivar | 8.7 mi | — |
| ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Allegany | 9.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Otto-Eldred JSHS Duke Center | 9.9 mi | 7.0 |
| BOLIVAR-RICHBURG JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bolivar | 9.1 mi | 7.0 |
| VALLEY VIEW AMISH SCHOOL Port Allegany | 12.1 mi | 3.3 |
| PINE GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Port Allegany | 12.7 mi | — |
| BOLIVAR-RICHBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richburg | 9.9 mi | 6.0 |
| CUBA-RUSHFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cuba | 13.0 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14770 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$52,683
Median Home Value
$103,100
Median Rent
$706/mo
Population
2,805
College Educated
23.8%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
23.6 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
42.5
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Portville Junior-senior High School
What grades does Portville Junior-senior High School serve?
Portville Junior-senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Portville Junior-senior High School?
Portville Junior-senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Portville Junior-senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Portville Junior-senior High School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Portville Junior-senior High School rank in NY?
Portville Junior-senior High School ranks #1,051 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Portville Junior-senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Portville Junior-senior High School 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 Portville Junior-senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Portville Junior-senior High School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Portville Junior-senior High School a charter school?
No, Portville Junior-senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Portville Junior-senior High School a Title I school?
No, Portville Junior-senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Portville Junior-senior High School?
40.2% of students at Portville Junior-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
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 468
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 36
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Cattaraugus County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 13.2%
- Phone
- (716) 933-6704
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
PORTVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,007
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $20,400
- District Rank
- #1 of 2
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