Excellent
#355 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
Wayne Senior High School
High School · WAYNE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 155, Ontario Center, NY 14520
Enrollment
671
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
671
Student-Teacher
10.7:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#355 of 4,742
In Ontario Center
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
WAYNE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Wayne Senior High School
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About Wayne Senior High School
Wayne Senior High School is a public high school in Ontario Center, NY, part of WAYNE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Wayne Senior High School serves approximately 671 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Wayne Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #355 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Wayne Senior High School show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Wayne Senior High School — Students at Wayne Senior High School score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
35.2%
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: 8.7/10.
How Wayne Senior High School Compares
See how Wayne 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 155, Ontario Center, NY 14520
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wayne Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. RUBEN A CIRILLO HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby Walworth), with a comparable rating. Another option is WILLIAMSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Williamson), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MARION JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.3/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Marion), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ontario Center, see our Ontario Center schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WAYNE CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Ontario Center | 0.3 mi | 5.5 |
| WAYNE CENTRAL PRIMARY SCHOOL Ontario Center | 0.4 mi | 6.4 |
| WAYNE CENTRAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ontario Center | 0.5 mi | 6.3 |
| GANANDA MIDDLE SCHOOL Walworth | 6.8 mi | 4.5 |
| RICHARD MANN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walworth | 7.1 mi | 4.2 |
| SCHLEGEL ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster | 5.3 mi | 6.3 |
| RUBEN A CIRILLO HIGH SCHOOL Walworth | 7.2 mi | 8.1 |
| WILLIAMSON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Williamson | 5.7 mi | 8.1 |
| STATE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster | 6.0 mi | 5.3 |
| WILLIAMSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Williamson | 6.2 mi | 5.8 |
| WILLIAMSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamson | 6.3 mi | 4.3 |
| MARION JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Marion | 6.8 mi | 4.3 |
| SPRY MIDDLE SCHOOL Webster | 6.5 mi | 6.4 |
| MARION ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Marion | 8.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTHEAST CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Penfield | 8.5 mi | 4.1 |
| KLEM ROAD NORTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster | 7.7 mi | 6.8 |
| KLEM ROAD SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Webster | 7.7 mi | 6.0 |
| PALMYRA-MACEDON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Macedon | 10.7 mi | 3.7 |
| NORTHSIDE SCHOOL Fairport | 9.9 mi | 5.8 |
| WILLINK MIDDLE SCHOOL Webster | 8.1 mi | 6.1 |
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| CLINTON SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 8.5 |
| ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip, NY | 8.5 |
| JAMESVILLE-DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL Dewitt, NY | 8.5 |
| NEW HARTFORD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New Hartford, NY | 8.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wayne Senior High School
What grades does Wayne Senior High School serve?
Wayne Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wayne Senior High School?
Wayne Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 671 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wayne Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wayne Senior High School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wayne Senior High School rank in NY?
Wayne Senior High School ranks #355 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Wayne Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wayne 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 Wayne Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wayne Senior High School has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Wayne Senior High School a charter school?
No, Wayne Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wayne Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Wayne Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wayne Senior High School?
35.2% of students at Wayne 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 671
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 63
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 35.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Wayne County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 22.2%
- Phone
- (315) 524-1050
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
WAYNE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,027
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,073
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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