SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL

SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the SOLVAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in SOLVAY, NY with about 544 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 52 teachers, SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL, located at 600 Gertrude Avenue in Solvay, New York, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Solvay Union Free School District. As a community-centered school, it focuses on providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes both intellectual growth and the development of responsible citizenship among its student body.

Beyond its core academic offerings, SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, arts programs, and student organizations, which play a vital role in building school spirit and student engagement. The district places a strong emphasis on maintaining clear communication with families and community members, utilizing its online platform to provide updates on school events, academic policies, and district resources. By balancing traditional educational standards with modern initiatives, SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL strives to equip its students with the skills and experiences necessary to navigate an evolving global landscape.

For more information, contact SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL at (315) 468-2551 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

600 GERTRUDE AVE
SOLVAY, NY 13209-1598
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SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in SOLVAY, NY with about 544 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
544
Teachers:
52.35
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide eligible-Title I targeted assistance program
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 544 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SOLVAY HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 76% of the student body.

White
75.9%
Hispanic/Latino
8.3%
Black or African American
7.0%
Two or more races
5.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
2.0%
Asian
1.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
51.1%
Male
48.9%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.