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#645 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 14% in state

Williamsville South High School

High School · WILLIAMSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

5950 MAIN ST, Williamsville, NY 14221

Enrollment

823

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

8.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#645 of 4,742

In Williamsville

#4 of 11

public schools

In district

#4 of 13

WILLIAMSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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8.1/10

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About Williamsville South High School

Williamsville South High School is a public high school in Williamsville, NY, part of WILLIAMSVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Williamsville South High School serves approximately 823 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Williamsville South High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #645 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Williamsville South High School show 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency98% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency88% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+27.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness8.5Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation40.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.3Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$19,892
Chronic Absenteeism25.4%

Williamsville South High School — Students at Williamsville South High School score 88% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 97.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 93.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2012
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
99.5%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
98%
ELA
97%
2017
Math
98%
ELA
96%
2018
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2019
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2020*
Math
98%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
98%
ELA
77%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Williamsville South High School Compares

See how Williamsville South High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
86th percentile in NY
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
6.3/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
72 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
40.1% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·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

5950 MAIN ST, Williamsville, NY 14221

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Williamsville South High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WILLIAMSVILLE EAST HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby East Amherst), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MARYVALE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Cheektowaga), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Williamsville, see our Williamsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.4 mi
School Distance Rating
CHRISTIAN CENTRAL ACADEMY Williamsville 0.2 mi 7.8
MILL MIDDLE SCHOOL Williamsville 0.9 mi 6.4
GATEWAY-LONGVIEW LYNDE SCHOOL Williamsville 0.8 mi 8.8
COUNTRY PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 1.5 mi 7.7
MAPLE EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 1.8 mi 7.9
FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 1.5 mi 7.2
MAPLE WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Williamsville 2.0 mi 7.4
ASPIRE OF WNY/CTR FOR LEARNING Cheektowaga 2.1 mi 7.1
MARYVALE MIDDLE SCHOOL Cheektowaga 2.3 mi 5.5
MARYVALE HIGH SCHOOL Cheektowaga 2.3 mi 7.5
MARYVALE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Cheektowaga 2.3 mi 4.8
CHRIST THE KING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amherst 2.2 mi 6.2
SMALLWOOD DRIVE SCHOOL Amherst 2.2 mi 6.9
WILLIAMSVILLE EAST HIGH SCHOOL East Amherst 2.9 mi 8.5
THE ARC ERIE COUNTY NEW YORK Cheektowaga 2.8 mi 7.2
MARYVALE PRIMARY SCHOOL Cheektowaga 3.2 mi 5.4
HILLVIEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Lancaster 2.9 mi 7.5
TRANSIT MIDDLE SCHOOL East Amherst 3.1 mi 7.6
JOHN A SCIOLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Depew 3.2 mi 6.9
OUR LADY OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT SCHOOL Depew 3.4 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 14221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$101,275

Median Home Value

$298,500

Median Rent

$1,560/mo

Population

55,153

College Educated

57%

Homeownership

74.2%

Avg Commute

19.4 min

Poverty Rate

6.8%

Median Age

47.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Williamsville South High School

What grades does Williamsville South High School serve?

Williamsville South High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Williamsville South High School?

Williamsville South High School has an enrollment of approximately 823 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Williamsville South High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Williamsville South 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 Williamsville South High School rank in NY?

Williamsville South High School ranks #645 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Williamsville South High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Williamsville South High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 South High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Williamsville South High School has 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Williamsville South High School a charter school?

No, Williamsville South High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Williamsville South High School a Title I school?

No, Williamsville South High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Williamsville South High School?

26.9% of students at Williamsville South 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

Walk Score
56 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
823
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
72
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Erie County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.4%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

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