West End Secondary School

227-243 W 61st St
New York, NY 10023
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Top 20%
Serving 717 students in grades 6-12, West End Secondary School ranks in the top 20% 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 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 717 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 70% (Top 30%)
  • : 76% (Top 20%)
  • : 95% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

West End Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

West End Secondary School's student population of 717 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
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Total Students
717 students
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Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
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School Rankings

West End Secondary School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West End Secondary School is 0.66, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#662 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
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70%
52%
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76%
49%
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95%
78%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
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Hispanic
23%
30%
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Black
11%
15%
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White
52%
40%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
0.66
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≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is West End Secondary School's ranking?
West End Secondary School is ranked #662 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West End Secondary School often compared to?
West End Secondary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 245 Computer School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of West End Secondary School?
The graduation rate of West End Secondary School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend West End Secondary School?
717 students attend West End Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of West End Secondary School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West End Secondary School?
West End Secondary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West End Secondary School offer ?
West End Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West End Secondary School part of?
West End Secondary School is part of New York City Geographic District # 3.

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 717 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 48%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Top 20%
  • : 70% (Top 30%)
  • : 76% (Top 20%)
  • : 95% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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