WEST GENESEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
WEST GENESEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the WEST GENESEE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in CAMILLUS, NY with about 1,585 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 106 teachers, WEST GENESEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
WEST GENESEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, located in Camillus, New York, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the West Genesee Central School District. Known for its strong academic tradition and vibrant school spirit, the high school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, including a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, elective options, and specialized career-focused programs. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment that encourages students to pursue both intellectual growth and personal development.
Beyond academics, WEST GENESEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is widely recognized for its robust extracurricular programming and competitive athletic department. The school is particularly famous for its exceptional music and fine arts programs, including the award-winning "Wildcat" marching band, which has garnered national recognition. With a deep commitment to community engagement and student leadership, the school functions as a hub for local pride, consistently emphasizing the importance of school traditions, sportsmanship, and academic excellence within the Camillus community.
For more information, contact WEST GENESEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (315) 487-4592 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
CAMILLUS, NY 13031-2299
(315) 487-4592
http://www.westgenesee.org
WEST GENESEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in CAMILLUS, NY with about 1,585 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- WEST GENESEE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
- Total Students:
- 1,585
- Teachers:
- 106.01
- 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 targeted assistance school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* 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.
School Demographics for 1,585 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending WEST GENESEE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 88% of the student body.
- White
- 88.5%
- Black or African American
- 4.4%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 3.0%
- Asian
- 1.6%
- Two or more races
- 1.3%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 1.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.1%
- Female
- 50.3%
- Male
- 49.7%
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.