Excellent
#360 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
Williamsville East High School
High School · WILLIAMSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
151 PARADISE RD, East Amherst, NY 14051
Enrollment
973
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
973
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
8.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#360 of 4,742
In East Amherst
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 13
WILLIAMSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Williamsville East High School
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About Williamsville East High School
Williamsville East High School is a public high school in East Amherst, NY, part of WILLIAMSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Williamsville East High School serves approximately 973 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Williamsville East High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #360 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Williamsville East High School show 99% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 98% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.5 · Excellent
- District avg 8.3
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Williamsville East High School — Students at Williamsville East High School score 98% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.4%
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: 8.8/10.
How Williamsville East High School Compares
See how Williamsville East 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
151 PARADISE RD, East Amherst, NY 14051
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Williamsville East High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WILLIAMSVILLE NORTH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, WILLIAMSVILLE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Williamsville), with a comparable rating. For more schools in East Amherst, see our East Amherst schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TRANSIT MIDDLE SCHOOL East Amherst | 0.5 mi | 7.6 |
| COUNTRY PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville | 1.4 mi | 7.7 |
| MAPLE EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| CASEY MIDDLE SCHOOL East Amherst | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| WILLIAMSVILLE NORTH HIGH SCHOOL Williamsville | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| ST MARYS SCHOOL East Amherst | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
| DODGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Amherst | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| GATEWAY-LONGVIEW LYNDE SCHOOL Williamsville | 2.6 mi | 8.8 |
| MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Williamsville | 2.6 mi | 6.4 |
| WILLIAMSVILLE SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Williamsville | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| CHRISTIAN CENTRAL ACADEMY Williamsville | 3.0 mi | 7.8 |
| HARRIS HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville | 3.2 mi | 8.2 |
| MAPLE WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville | 2.6 mi | 7.4 |
| NATIVITY OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY SCHOOL Williamsville | 3.1 mi | 5.4 |
| HEIM MIDDLE SCHOOL Williamsville | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SHERIDAN HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville | 3.0 mi | 8.1 |
| HEIM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville | 2.7 mi | 6.3 |
| FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville | 3.7 mi | 7.2 |
| LEDGEVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Clarence | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
| CHESTERTON ACADEMY OF BUFFALO Bowmansville | 4.5 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 14051 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$126,895
Median Home Value
$386,500
Median Rent
$1,840/mo
Population
20,333
College Educated
64%
Homeownership
80.5%
Avg Commute
23.8 min
Poverty Rate
4.1%
Median Age
45.3
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|---|---|
| CLINTON SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 8.5 |
| FLORAL PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Floral Park, NY | 8.5 |
| ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip, NY | 8.5 |
| ITHACA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ithaca, NY | 8.5 |
| JAMESVILLE-DEWITT HIGH SCHOOL Dewitt, NY | 8.5 |
| NEW HARTFORD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New Hartford, NY | 8.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Williamsville East High School
What grades does Williamsville East High School serve?
Williamsville East High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Williamsville East High School?
Williamsville East High School has an enrollment of approximately 973 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Williamsville East High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Williamsville East 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 Williamsville East High School rank in NY?
Williamsville East High School ranks #360 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Williamsville East High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Williamsville East 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 Williamsville East High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Williamsville East High School has 99% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 98% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Williamsville East High School a charter school?
No, Williamsville East High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Williamsville East High School a Title I school?
No, Williamsville East High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Williamsville East High School?
16.4% of students at Williamsville East 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
- 973
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Erie County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.1%
- Phone
- (716) 626-8400
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
WILLIAMSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,731
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $19,892
- District Rank
- #2 of 13
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