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Wellsville Secondary School

High School · WELLSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

126 W STATE ST, Wellsville, NY 14895

Enrollment

653

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

4.3

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#4,092 of 4,742

In Wellsville

#2 of 2

public schools

In district

#2 of 2

WELLSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Wellsville Secondary School

4.3/10

High School in Wellsville · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Wellsville Secondary School

Wellsville Secondary School is a public high school in Wellsville, NY, part of WELLSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Wellsville Secondary School serves approximately 653 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Wellsville Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #4,092 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Wellsville Secondary School show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.7 pts below NY schools
  • This school 4.3 · Below Average
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at Wellsville Secondary 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.5Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-4.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.5Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency13.9% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency43.6% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-25.7 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-19.2 pts
Overall Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)55% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-25.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile17th
College Readiness5.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation4.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,954
Chronic Absenteeism30.5%

Wellsville Secondary School — Students at Wellsville Secondary School score 29% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

42%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 58.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 68.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
53%
ELA
55%
2017
Math
53%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
25.5%
ELA
54.3%
2022
Math
13.9%
ELA
43.6%

* 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: 1.5/10.

How Wellsville Secondary School Compares

See how Wellsville Secondary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.3/10
14th percentile in NY
Academic
3.5/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
1.5/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
20
11 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
42%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
4.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
11 boys'·9 girls'·25 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

126 W STATE ST, Wellsville, NY 14895

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Wellsville Secondary School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BOLIVAR-RICHBURG JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 11.4 miles away, in nearby Bolivar), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALFRED-ALMOND JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 15.8 miles away, in nearby Almond), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Wellsville, see our Wellsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 17.3 mi
School Distance Rating
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL OF ALLEGANY COUNTY Wellsville 0.4 mi 5.8
WELLSVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wellsville 1.1 mi 6.2
SCIO CENTRAL SCHOOL Scio 3.9 mi 7.5
GENESEE VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL Belmont 9.0 mi 7.3
ANDOVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Andover 8.5 mi 4.8
WHITESVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL Whitesville 10.3 mi 7.1
FRIENDSHIP CENTRAL SCHOOL Friendship 11.3 mi 7.6
BOLIVAR-RICHBURG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Richburg 10.7 mi 6.0
BOLIVAR-RICHBURG JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bolivar 11.4 mi 7.0
BOLIVAR-RICHBURG PRE-K PROGRAM Bolivar 11.8 mi
CHESTNUT RIDGE SCHOOL Genesee 13.7 mi
WHITE CREEK SCHOOL Friendship 14.1 mi
MUSTO HOLLOW AMISH SCHOOL Genesee 15.0 mi
HEBRON CENTER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Coudersport 17.1 mi
PARKER-JORDAN ACADEMY Little Gennessee 14.1 mi
ALFRED-ALMOND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Almond 15.8 mi 6.6
ALFRED-ALMOND JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Almond 15.8 mi 6.0
BELFAST SCHOOL Belfast 17.6 mi 7.6
VALLEYVIEW AMISH SCHOOL Belfast 16.5 mi
Northern Potter Childrens School Ulysses 17.3 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14895 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,063

Median Home Value

$93,800

Median Rent

$645/mo

Population

9,117

College Educated

24%

Homeownership

75.7%

Avg Commute

17.1 min

Poverty Rate

17.6%

Median Age

47.6

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MSGR FARRELL HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island, NY 4.3
NEWARK VALLEY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Newark Valley, NY 4.3
ST JOSEPH'S COLLEGIATE INSTITUTE Buffalo, NY 4.3
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Wellsville Secondary School

What grades does Wellsville Secondary School serve?

Wellsville Secondary School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Wellsville Secondary School?

Wellsville Secondary School has an enrollment of approximately 653 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Wellsville Secondary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Wellsville Secondary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Wellsville Secondary School rank in NY?

Wellsville Secondary School ranks #4,092 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Wellsville Secondary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Wellsville Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Wellsville Secondary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Wellsville Secondary School has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 69% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Wellsville Secondary School a charter school?

No, Wellsville Secondary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Wellsville Secondary School a Title I school?

No, Wellsville Secondary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wellsville Secondary School?

42.0% of students at Wellsville Secondary 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

Walk Score
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Remote Town
County
Allegany County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.5%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

WELLSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,201
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,954
District Rank
#2 of 2

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