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Susquehanna Valley Senior High School

High School · SUSQUEHANNA VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

PO BOX 275, Conklin, NY 13748

Enrollment

420

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

5.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Conklin

#1 of 3

public schools

New York high schools

#800 of 1,160

In district

#2 of 4

SUSQUEHANNA VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.0 / 10

Exceptional

About Susquehanna Valley Senior High School

Susquehanna Valley Senior High School serves 420 students in grades 9-12 in Conklin, New York, offering a notably personalized educational environment with a student-teacher ratio of 10.5:1 and 40 full-time equivalent teachers. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranking in the 78th percentile among New York high schools at #1027 out of 4758 schools statewide. Students at Susquehanna Valley excel particularly in mathematics, with an impressive 95% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels.

English Language Arts performance is also solid, with 84% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. These academic achievements reflect the school's commitment to student success and the benefits of its smaller class sizes. The school draws from a stable suburban community where the median household income is $72,531 and the poverty rate remains low at 4.6%.

With median home values around $128,700, the area represents an affordable option for families seeking quality public education in a close-knit environment. Susquehanna Valley Senior High School operates in the mid-size suburb of Conklin within Broome County, providing students with a focused academic experience in a supportive community setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.7Fair25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-5.62 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency92%
Reading/ELA Proficiency75%
Overall Proficiency84%
Expected (poverty-adj.)61%
vs. Expected+22.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College Readiness4.5Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation14.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.9Above Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,469

Susquehanna Valley Senior High School — Students at Susquehanna Valley Senior High School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 61%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 94.8%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 83.5%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
92%
ELA
75%

* 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: 3.7/10.

How Susquehanna Valley Senior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.9/10
37th percentile in NY
Academic
9.0/10
9.0/10
Growth
3.7/10
Below average
Environment
6.9/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers

Location

PO BOX 275, Conklin, NY 13748

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Susquehanna Valley Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BINGHAMTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Binghamton), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CHENANGO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.6/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Binghamton), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Conklin, see our Conklin schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.1 mi
School Distance Rating
RICHARD T STANK MIDDLE SCHOOL Conklin 0.1 mi 5.7
FLOYD BELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Kirkwood 0.9 mi 7.7
F P DONNELLY SCHOOL Conklin 1.2 mi 4.1
C R WEEKS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Windsor 2.9 mi 7.1
GREATER BINGHAMTON HEALTH CENTER Binghamton 3.1 mi
CALVIN COOLIDGE SCHOOL Binghamton 3.7 mi 6.8
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton 3.7 mi 6.2
EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL Binghamton 4.1 mi 5.6
BROOKSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton 4.9 mi 6.2
ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Binghamton 4.5 mi 5.9
THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL Binghamton 4.9 mi 6.5
PORT DICKINSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton 5.6 mi 3.4
CHILDREN'S HOME OF WYOMING CONFERENCE Binghamton 6.1 mi 7.0
MACARTHUR SCHOOL Binghamton 5.1 mi 4.9
BINGHAMTON HIGH SCHOOL Binghamton 5.2 mi 7.1
CHENANGO VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Binghamton 6.5 mi 5.6
CHENANGO VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Binghamton 6.5 mi 4.6
CHENANGO BRIDGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Binghamton 6.7 mi 6.2
HORACE MANN SCHOOL Binghamton 5.7 mi 5.9
WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL Binghamton 6.1 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 13748 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$68,486

Median Home Value

$133,900

Median Rent

$1,055/mo

Population

3,722

College Educated

11.7%

Homeownership

76.9%

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

47.7

Community Profile

The community surrounding Susquehanna Valley Senior High School has a median household income of $68,486. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $133,900, with a median rent of $1,055/month. The local poverty rate of 8.0% is relatively low. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
AKRON HIGH SCHOOL Akron, NY 5.9
ALLEGANY-LIMESTONE MIDDLE-HIGH SCHOOL Allegany, NY 5.9
BEEKMANTOWN HIGH SCHOOL West Chazy, NY 5.9
CALEDONIA-MUMFORD MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Caledonia, NY 5.9
DOVER HIGH SCHOOL Dover Plains, NY 5.9
ESPERANZA PREPARATORY ACADEMY New York, NY 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Susquehanna Valley Senior High School

What grades does Susquehanna Valley Senior High School serve?

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

How many students attend Susquehanna Valley Senior High School?

Susquehanna Valley Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 420 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Susquehanna Valley Senior High School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Susquehanna Valley Senior High School rank in NY?

Susquehanna Valley Senior High School is ranked #2971 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Susquehanna Valley Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Susquehanna Valley Senior High School has a composite rating of 5.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Susquehanna Valley Senior High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Susquehanna Valley Senior High School has 94.8% math proficiency and 83.5% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Susquehanna Valley Senior High School a charter school?

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

Is Susquehanna Valley Senior High School a Title I school?

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

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

42.4% of students at Susquehanna Valley 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

County Safety
Average (290/100K)

FBI UCR 2024. County-level only. Data >1 year old.

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
420
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Broome County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

SUSQUEHANNA VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,492
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,707
District Rank
#2 of 4

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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