Newfane High School is a New York State public high school located in Newfane, New York, United States. The senior high school's mascot is the panther.
Serving 388 students in grades 7-12, Newfane Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 388 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newfane Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newfane Senior High School's student population of 388 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
388 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Colors
Blue, Silver
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Newfane Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newfane Senior High School is 0.20, 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
#1229 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
1%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
89%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newfane Senior High School's ranking?
Newfane Senior High School is ranked #1229 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Newfane Senior High School often compared to?
Newfane Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Niagara-wheatfield Senior High School, Starpoint High School, Royalton-hartland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newfane Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Newfane Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Newfane Senior High School?
388 students attend Newfane Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Newfane Senior High School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newfane Senior High School?
Newfane Senior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newfane Senior High School offer ?
Newfane Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newfane Senior High School part of?
Newfane Senior High School is part of Newfane Central School District.
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