Serving 451 students in grades 9-12, Solvay High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Solvay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Solvay High School's student population of 451 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
Solvay High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Solvay High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1928 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
10%
15%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Solvay High School's ranking?
Solvay High School is ranked #1928 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Solvay High School often compared to?
Solvay High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Genesee Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Solvay High School?
The graduation rate of Solvay High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Solvay High School?
451 students attend Solvay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Solvay High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Solvay High School?
Solvay High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Solvay High School offer ?
Solvay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Solvay High School part of?
Solvay High School is part of Solvay Union Free School District.
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