Excellent
#235 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 5% in state
Sidney High School
High School · SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
95 W MAIN ST, Sidney, NY 13838
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#235 of 4,742
In Sidney
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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About Sidney High School
Sidney High School is a public high school in Sidney, NY, part of SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sidney High School serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sidney High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #235 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sidney High School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Sidney 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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Sidney High School — Students at Sidney High School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.1%
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: 8.8/10.
How Sidney High School Compares
See how Sidney 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
95 W MAIN ST, Sidney, NY 13838
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sidney High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. UNATEGO JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 9.4 miles away, in nearby Otego), with a comparable rating. Another option is NORWICH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 16.7 miles away, in nearby Norwich), a more accessible option. Additionally, GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 9.9 miles away, in nearby Gilbertsville), a more accessible option. For more schools in Sidney, see our Sidney schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SIDNEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Sidney | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| SIDNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sidney | 0.1 mi | 5.1 |
| UNADILLA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Unadilla | 4.2 mi | 3.7 |
| GREENLAWN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bainbridge | 4.9 mi | 3.8 |
| BAINBRIDGE-GUILFORD HIGH SCHOOL Bainbridge | 5.1 mi | 6.2 |
| GUILFORD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Guilford | 8.9 mi | 4.6 |
| GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Gilbertsville | 9.9 mi | 6.5 |
| GILBERTSVILLE-MOUNT UPTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Gilbertsville | 9.9 mi | 3.4 |
| AFTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Afton | 8.9 mi | 3.9 |
| AFTON JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Afton | 8.9 mi | 5.8 |
| UNATEGO JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Otego | 9.4 mi | 8.3 |
| UNATEGO MIDDLE SCHOOL Otego | 9.4 mi | 6.7 |
| FRANKLIN CENTRAL SCHOOL Franklin | 11.4 mi | 6.2 |
| OTSEGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Otego | 12.6 mi | 7.4 |
| OTSEGO CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Otego | 12.6 mi | 7.4 |
| DEPOSIT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Deposit | 16.5 mi | 4.1 |
| DEPOSIT MIDDLE-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Deposit | 16.5 mi | 6.5 |
| OXFORD ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOL Oxford | 14.3 mi | 6.2 |
| NORWICH MIDDLE SCHOOL Norwich | 16.7 mi | 6.0 |
| NORWICH HIGH SCHOOL Norwich | 16.7 mi | 6.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 13838 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$51,287
Median Home Value
$118,200
Median Rent
$815/mo
Population
4,185
College Educated
25%
Homeownership
50.3%
Poverty Rate
21.7%
Median Age
34
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONX COLLABORATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 8.7 |
| MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE Long Island City, NY | 8.7 |
| THOMAS A EDISON HIGH SCHOOL Elmira Heights, NY | 8.7 |
| WEBUTUCK HIGH SCHOOL Amenia, NY | 8.7 |
| CLEVELAND HILL HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga, NY | 8.6 |
| CLINTON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Clinton, NY | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sidney High School
What grades does Sidney High School serve?
Sidney High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sidney High School?
Sidney High School has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sidney High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sidney High School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sidney High School rank in NY?
Sidney High School ranks #235 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sidney High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sidney 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 Sidney High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sidney High School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Sidney High School a charter school?
No, Sidney High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sidney High School a Title I school?
No, Sidney High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sidney High School?
44.1% of students at Sidney 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Delaware County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (607) 561-7703
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
SIDNEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,035
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,326
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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