Padilla High School serves 1,342 students in grades 9-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Padilla High School's student population of 1,342 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 135 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
1,342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
135 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Padilla High School is 0.59, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
31%
31%
Black
56%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 05/06/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Padilla High School?
1,342 students attend Padilla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Padilla High School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Padilla High School?
Padilla High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Padilla High School offer ?
Padilla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is Padilla High School part of?
Padilla High School is part of Rochester City School District.
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