School Overview
Niagara Falls High School, located on Porter Road, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Niagara Falls City School District in New York. The school is known for its expansive campus and comprehensive academic environment, which provides a diverse curriculum designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. As a large comprehensive high school, it offers a wide array of extracurricular activities, including robust athletic programs, performing arts, and various student-led clubs, fostering a well-rounded educational experience for its student body.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Niagara Falls High School places a strong emphasis on student support services, career and technical education (CTE) pathways, and community engagement. By utilizing its official portal, *nfschools.net*, the school maintains consistent communication with parents and the community, offering transparency regarding district policies, academic calendars, and school-wide initiatives. The school serves as a central hub for the youth of the Niagara Falls area, striving to promote inclusivity and academic excellence within the local public school system.
2,139
Total Students
134.8
Full-Time Teachers
15.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NIAGARA FALLS HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White783
Hispanic196
Black734
Asian58
Two or More312
American Indian55
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    783 (36.6 %)
  • Black
    734 (34.3 %)
  • Two or More
    312 (14.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    196 (9.2 %)
  • Asian
    58 (2.7 %)
  • American Indian
    55 (2.6 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.0 %)
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: NIAGARA FALLS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (716)278-5800
Website: http://www.nfschools.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,139
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 134.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,508
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 33
Grades Taught
Grade 9 547
Grade 10 527
Grade 11 488
Grade 12 543
Ungraded 34

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for NIAGARA FALLS HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9547
Grade 10527
Grade 11488
Grade 12543
Ungraded34
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for NIAGARA FALLS HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,06950%
Male1,07050%