Canastota Junior-Senior High School is a secondary school located on Roberts Street in Canastota, New York, United States. It is operated by Canastota Central School District, also known as Canastota Central Schools.
Serving 373 students in grades 9-12, Canastota 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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 373 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Canastota High School's student population of 373 students has declined by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
373 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canastota 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 Canastota High School is 0.19, 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
#3034 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
3%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
90%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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: Raiders
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canastota High School's ranking?
Canastota High School is ranked #3034 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Canastota High School often compared to?
Canastota High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chittenango High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Canastota High School?
The graduation rate of Canastota High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Canastota High School?
373 students attend Canastota High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Canastota High School students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canastota High School?
Canastota High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Canastota High School offer ?
Canastota High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canastota High School part of?
Canastota High School is part of Canastota Central School District.
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