Serving 516 students in grades 9-12, Norwich High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 516 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Norwich High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Norwich High School's student population of 516 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
516 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Norwich High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwich High School is 0.19, 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
#115 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
90%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Norwich High School's ranking?
Norwich High School is ranked #115 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Norwich High School often compared to?
Norwich High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sherburne-earlville Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 Norwich High School?
The graduation rate of Norwich High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Norwich High School?
516 students attend Norwich High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Norwich High School students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norwich High School?
Norwich High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Norwich High School offer ?
Norwich High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Norwich High School part of?
Norwich High School is part of Norwich City School District.
School Reviews
5 12/27/2018
perfect school safe environment and great music department
2 6/1/2012
There are good teachers and bad I would say the ratio is 50%, 50%
Music program is excellent, most sports are excelling
More athletic awards then Academic awards :(
Parking is poor not enough for most big events. Parking to the football and track and field, tennis and baseball field is a far walk for those that are handicapped.
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