William Nottingham High School is a public high school located at 3100 East Genesee Street in Syracuse, New York. Part of the Syracuse City School District, the high school has an enrollment of about 1350 students in grades 9–12.
Serving 1,297 students in grades 9-12, Nottingham 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 11-19% (which is lower 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 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nottingham High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Nottingham High School's student population of 1,297 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,297 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1921
Colors
Blue and Orange
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Nottingham High School is 0.68, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)75-79%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
50%
15%
White
21%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
4%
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 schools are Nottingham High School often compared to?
Nottingham High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Henninger High School, Corcoran High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% 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 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nottingham High School?
The graduation rate of Nottingham High School is 65%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Nottingham High School?
1,297 students attend Nottingham High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Nottingham High School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nottingham High School?
Nottingham High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nottingham High School offer ?
Nottingham High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nottingham High School part of?
Nottingham High School is part of Syracuse City School District.
In what neighborhood is Nottingham High School located?
Nottingham High School is located in the Eastside neighborhood of Syracuse, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Eastside.
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