Clarence High School, also known as Clarence Central High School or, formerly, Clarence Senior High School, is a public high school located in Clarence, Erie County, New York, United States. It is the only high school operated by the Clarence Central School District. Kenneth J. Smith is principal.
Serving 1,256 students in grades 9-12, Clarence 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 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,256 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarence 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
Clarence Senior High School's student population of 1,256 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,256 students
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Rankings
Clarence 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 Clarence Senior High School is 0.26, 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
#108 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
86%
39%
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devil
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarence Senior High School's ranking?
Clarence Senior High School is ranked #108 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Clarence Senior High School often compared to?
Clarence Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsville East 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 52% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarence Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Clarence Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clarence Senior High School?
1,256 students attend Clarence Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Clarence Senior High School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarence Senior High School?
Clarence Senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clarence Senior High School offer ?
Clarence Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarence Senior High School part of?
Clarence Senior High School is part of Clarence Central School District.
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