Vestal High School is a public high school that operates as part of the Vestal Central School District which encompasses 57 square miles just west of Binghamton in the Southern Tier of New York.
Serving 1,015 students in grades 9-12, Vestal Senior High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,015 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vestal Senior 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
Vestal Senior High School's student population of 1,015 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,015 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vestal Senior High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vestal Senior High School is 0.47, 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
#69 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
71%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Bear
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vestal Senior High School's ranking?
Vestal Senior High School is ranked #69 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Vestal Senior High School often compared to?
Vestal Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union-endicott High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Vestal Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Vestal Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Vestal Senior High School?
1,015 students attend Vestal Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Vestal Senior High School students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vestal Senior High School?
Vestal Senior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Vestal Senior High School offer ?
Vestal Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vestal Senior High School part of?
Vestal Senior High School is part of Vestal Central School District.
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