Very Good
#945 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 20% in state
West Seneca West Senior High School
High School · WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
3330 SENECA ST, West Seneca, NY 14224
Enrollment
1,116
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,116
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#945 of 4,742
In West Seneca
#1 of 10
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About West Seneca West Senior High School
West Seneca West Senior High School is a public high school in West Seneca, NY, part of WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. West Seneca West Senior High School serves approximately 1,116 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. West Seneca West Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #945 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for West Seneca West Senior High School show 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at West Seneca West Senior 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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West Seneca West Senior High School — Students at West Seneca West Senior High School score 96% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.8%
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: 8.5/10.
How West Seneca West Senior High School Compares
See how West Seneca West 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
3330 SENECA ST, West Seneca, NY 14224
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering West Seneca West Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MOUNT MERCY ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Buffalo), with a comparable rating. Another option is LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Lackawanna), a more accessible option. Additionally, JOHN F KENNEDY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 3.0 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 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| WEST MIDDLE SCHOOL West Seneca | 0.5 mi | 5.0 |
| CENTER ROAD CHRISTIAN ACADEMY West Seneca | 0.7 mi | — |
| WINCHESTER-POTTERS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca | 0.9 mi | 3.9 |
| WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| ALLENDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| ERIE 1 BOCES West Seneca | 1.4 mi | 5.7 |
| TRINITY LUTHERAN SCHOOL West Seneca | 1.6 mi | 5.1 |
| NOTRE DAME ACADEMY Buffalo | 1.7 mi | 5.3 |
| LACKAWANNA MIDDLE SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.8 mi | 3.3 |
| LACKAWANNA HIGH SCHOOL Lackawanna | 1.8 mi | 6.7 |
| DISCOVERY SCHOOL Buffalo | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| TRUMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lackawanna | 2.3 mi | 5.5 |
| MOUNT MERCY ACADEMY Buffalo | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| GLOBAL CONCEPTS CHARTER SCHOOL Lackawanna | 2.1 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTH BUFFALO CHARTER SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.6 mi | 4.0 |
| LORRAINE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buffalo | 2.3 mi | 5.2 |
| WESTERN PSYCHIATRIC CENTER West Seneca | 2.2 mi | — |
| JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 3.0 mi | 3.8 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga | 3.0 mi | 6.2 |
| NORTHWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Seneca | 2.7 mi | 3.9 |
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
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| BENJAMIN BANNEKER ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 7.8 |
| COLUMBIA SECONDARY SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.8 |
| LAKE SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Angola, NY | 7.8 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about West Seneca West Senior High School
What grades does West Seneca West Senior High School serve?
West Seneca West Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend West Seneca West Senior High School?
West Seneca West Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,116 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at West Seneca West Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at West Seneca West Senior High School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does West Seneca West Senior High School rank in NY?
West Seneca West Senior High School ranks #945 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is West Seneca West Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
West Seneca West Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 West Seneca West Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, West Seneca West Senior High School has 93% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is West Seneca West Senior High School a charter school?
No, West Seneca West Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is West Seneca West Senior High School a Title I school?
No, West Seneca West Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for West Seneca West Senior High School?
40.8% of students at West Seneca West 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
- 1,116
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 89
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.6%
- Phone
- (716) 677-3350
- 4-Year Graduation
- 93.0%
Resources & Links
District
WEST SENECA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,100
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,651
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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