At a glance
Reported students
1,483
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
111.71
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York high enrollment
92nd percentile
Compared with 1,188 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
476
Henninger High School: 1,483 reported students.
State peer staffing position
84th percentile
13.3:1 reported; state peer median 10.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,582
- Teachers (FTE)
- 114
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.9:1
What the reported data says about Henninger High School
Henninger High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Syracuse. It is one of 32 current school records connected to Syracuse City School District. NCES reports 1,483 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,188 high schools in New York with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 460 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 92nd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.3:1, above the New York median of 10.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Black (49.3%) and White (18.8%). English learners represent 19.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 19.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports computer science. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Henninger High School
- 1How do the reported 13.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 111.71 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 6 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 19.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 19.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 81.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 6
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 3
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White18.8%
- Hispanic11.5%
- Black49.3%
- Asian10.5%
- American Indian / Alaska Native1.6%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.2%
- Multiracial8%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
No students enrolled reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Syracuse City School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Nottingham High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,350 reported students
Corcoran High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,338 reported students
Public Service Leadership Academy at Fowler
High · Grades 09–12
1,126 reported students
Institute of Technology at Syracuse Central
High · Grades 09–12
598 reported students
Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept
High · Grades 10–12
19 reported students
Huntington K-8 School
Elementary · Grades PK–08
934 reported students
Public schools near Henninger High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nottingham High School High · Syracuse City School District | 09–12 | 1,350 | 1.6 mi |
| Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept High · Syracuse City School District | 10–12 | 19 | 1.6 mi |
| Institute of Technology at Syracuse Central High · Syracuse City School District | 09–12 | 598 | 1.9 mi |
| Public Service Leadership Academy at Fowler High · Syracuse City School District | 09–12 | 1,126 | 2.9 mi |
| Ontech Charter High School High · Charter · Ontech Charter High School | 09–12 | 254 | 3.7 mi |
| Corcoran High School High · Syracuse City School District | 09–12 | 1,338 | 3.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Henninger High School
What grades does Henninger High School serve?
Henninger High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Syracuse City School District.
How many students attend Henninger High School?
Henninger High School reported 1,483 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 92nd percentile among 1,188 New York high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,582 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Henninger High School?
The calculated ratio is 13.3:1, based on 1,483 students and 111.71 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New York median for the same school level is 10.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Henninger High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Henninger High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Syracuse City School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Henninger High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
81.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Henninger High School in?
Henninger High School is part of Syracuse City School District, based in Syracuse, NY, which operates 32 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Henninger High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Nottingham High School (1.6 mi), Onondaga Cnty Sheriff's Dept (1.6 mi), Institute of Technology at Syracuse Central (1.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.