Serving 370 students in grades 6-12, Wheatland-chili High School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheatland-chili High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Wheatland-chili High School's student population of 370 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Rankings
Wheatland-chili High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wheatland-chili High School is 0.56, 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
#1962 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)35-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
64%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Wheatland-chili High School's ranking?
Wheatland-chili High School is ranked #1962 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheatland-chili High School?
The graduation rate of Wheatland-chili High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wheatland-chili High School?
370 students attend Wheatland-chili High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Wheatland-chili High School students are White, 14% of students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheatland-chili High School?
Wheatland-chili High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wheatland-chili High School offer ?
Wheatland-chili High School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wheatland-chili High School part of?
Wheatland-chili High School is part of Wheatland-Chili Central School District.
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