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West Seneca East Senior High School

High School · WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

4760 SENECA ST, West Seneca, NY 14224

Enrollment

775

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In West Seneca

#3 of 10

public schools

New York high schools

#748 of 1,160

In district

#2 of 9

WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.1 / 10

Exceptional

About West Seneca East Senior High School

West Seneca East Senior High School serves 775 students in grades 9-12 with a favorable student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1, supported by 68 full-time equivalent teachers. This regular public school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranking in the 77th percentile among New York high schools at #1110 out of 4758 statewide. The school's academic strengths are particularly evident in mathematics, where an impressive 97% of students achieve proficiency or above across grade levels.

English Language Arts performance is also solid, with 86% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. These results contribute to the school's overall academic score of 8.9 out of 10. Located at 4760 Seneca Street, West Seneca East sits in a stable suburban community in Erie County.

The surrounding 14224 ZIP code area reflects a middle-class neighborhood with a median household income of $76,475 and median home values around $203,200. About one-third of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the area maintains a low poverty rate of just 7.1%. West Seneca East Senior High School operates within a well-established large suburban setting that provides students with both community stability and access to broader educational and cultural opportunities in the greater Buffalo metropolitan area.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress3.8Fair25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-5.5 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics9.1Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency97.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.5%
Overall Proficiency86%
Expected (poverty-adj.)63%
vs. Expected+23.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
College Readiness6.5Above Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation20%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,013

West Seneca East Senior High School — Students at West Seneca East Senior High School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

37.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 97.3%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 85.8%
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%
ELA
97%
2021*
Math
97.5%
ELA
74.5%

* 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: 3.8/10.

How West Seneca East Senior High School Compares

See how West Seneca East Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
41th percentile in NY
Academic
9.1/10
9.1/10
Growth
3.8/10
Below average
Environment
4.5/10
Below average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
38%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
68 teachers

Location

4760 SENECA ST, West Seneca, NY 14224

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering West Seneca East Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ORCHARD PARK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.1/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Orchard Park), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, JOHN F KENNEDY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.6/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Cheektowaga), a more accessible option. For more schools in West Seneca, see our West Seneca schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
EAST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca 0.2 mi 3.6
WESTERN PSYCHIATRIC CENTER West Seneca 0.7 mi
CLINTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 1.7 mi 5.5
ST JOHN VIANNEY SCHOOL Orchard Park 1.9 mi 7.2
NORTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 2.1 mi 5.0
TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Seneca 2.0 mi 5.1
CENTER ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Seneca 2.0 mi
WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca 2.0 mi 4.3
ALLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 2.4 mi 4.3
WEST SENECA WEST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Seneca 2.3 mi 6.7
WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 2.5 mi 4.9
EGGERT ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Orchard Park 3.5 mi 7.0
ERIE 1 BOCES West Seneca 3.1 mi 6.9
ORCHARD PARK HIGH SCHOOL Orchard Park 4.2 mi 7.1
JOHN F KENNEDY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga 3.7 mi 4.6
JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga 3.7 mi 5.7
WINCHESTER-POTTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca 3.2 mi 3.9
THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL Cheektowaga 4.2 mi 5.0
DEPEW MIDDLE SCHOOL Depew 4.6 mi 4.2
CAYUGA HEIGHTS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Depew 4.5 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14224 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,250

Median Home Value

$219,800

Median Rent

$1,077/mo

Population

41,101

College Educated

33.5%

Homeownership

76%

Avg Commute

22.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.7%

Median Age

45

Community Profile

The community surrounding West Seneca East Senior High School has a median household income of $76,250. It is an area where 34% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $219,800, with a median rent of $1,077/month. The local poverty rate of 7.7% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about West Seneca East Senior High School

What grades does West Seneca East Senior High School serve?

West Seneca East Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend West Seneca East Senior High School?

West Seneca East Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 775 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Seneca East Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Seneca East Senior High School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does West Seneca East Senior High School rank in NY?

West Seneca East Senior High School is ranked #2789 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is West Seneca East Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

West Seneca East Senior High School has a composite rating of 6.1 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 West Seneca East Senior High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, West Seneca East Senior High School has 97.3% math proficiency and 85.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is West Seneca East Senior High School a charter school?

No, West Seneca East Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is West Seneca East Senior High School a Title I school?

No, West Seneca East Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Seneca East Senior High School?

37.7% of students at West Seneca East 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
Low (64/100K)

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

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
775
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
68
Free/Reduced Lunch
37.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Erie County
Data Year
2023–2024

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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