Lancaster High School is a high school in Lancaster, New York, United States that serves grades 9-12. It is operated by the Lancaster Central School District.
Serving 1,682 students in grades 9-12, Lancaster High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,682 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lancaster High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Lancaster High School's student population of 1,682 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 138 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,682 students
Total Classroom Teachers
138 teachers
Year Founded
1894
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Pride. Spirit. Tradition. Excellence.
School Rankings
Lancaster High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lancaster High School is 0.22, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#372 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
88%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lancaster High School's ranking?
Lancaster High School is ranked #372 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lancaster High School often compared to?
Lancaster High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Depew High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lancaster High School?
The graduation rate of Lancaster High School is 98%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lancaster High School?
1,682 students attend Lancaster High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Lancaster High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lancaster High School?
Lancaster High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lancaster High School offer ?
Lancaster High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lancaster High School part of?
Lancaster High School is part of Lancaster Central School District.
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