CARTHAGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

CARTHAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
36500 NYS RT 26
CARTHAGE, NY 13619
815 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Carthage Senior High School, located in Carthage, New York, serves as the primary secondary educational institution within the Carthage Central School District. Situated in Jefferson County, the school provides a comprehensive academic environment for students in grades 9 through 12, focusing on preparing them for post-secondary success through a blend of rigorous core coursework, elective opportunities, and career-readiness initiatives. The school is deeply integrated into the local community and is known for fostering a supportive atmosphere that encourages both intellectual growth and extracurricular involvement.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Carthage Senior High School places a strong emphasis on student development through a wide array of athletic programs, performing arts, and clubs. As a central hub for the district, the school works to maintain strong communication with families and community members, utilizing its digital platforms to keep stakeholders informed about events, academic calendars, and administrative updates. For those seeking more specific information regarding school policies, faculty directories, or student resources, the district's official website serves as the primary portal for engagement and transparency.
815
Total Students
70.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
47.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
  • White
    618 (75.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    83 (10.2 %)
  • Two or More
    51 (6.3 %)
  • Black
    42 (5.2 %)
  • Asian
    14 (1.7 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: CARTHAGE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (315)493-5030
Website: http://www.carthagecsd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 815
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 70.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.6
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 341
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 45

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

1 National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught
Grade 9 215
Grade 10 205
Grade 11 197
Grade 12 193
Ungraded 5
Gender Ratio