Serving 508 students in grades 8-12, Salamanca High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority American Indian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Salamanca High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Salamanca High School's student population of 508 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Rankings
Salamanca High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Salamanca High School is 0.64, 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
#2832 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
37%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
47%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
63%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Salamanca High School's ranking?
Salamanca High School is ranked #2832 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Salamanca High School often compared to?
Salamanca High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Allegany-limestone Middle-high School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Salamanca High School?
The graduation rate of Salamanca High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Salamanca High School?
508 students attend Salamanca High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Salamanca High School students are White, 37% of students are American Indian, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Salamanca High School?
Salamanca High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Salamanca High School offer ?
Salamanca High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Salamanca High School part of?
Salamanca High School is part of Salamanca City School District.
School Reviews
5 8/9/2019
This school is great don't let the old test grade fool you. the school is doing a lot better than before.
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