Utica, NY is a city located in upstate New York with a population of 62,235 as of the 2019 census. The city is home to a variety of educational opportunities for students of all ages and backgrounds. The Utica City School District includes seven elementary schools, one middle school, and two high schools – Thomas R. Proctor High School and John F. Kennedy Magnet School. The district has consistently scored above average on state rating systems such as NY State Report Cards and has earned recognition from the New York State Education Department (NYSED) for its performance in many areas, including student achievement. Additionally, Utica is home to several private schools offering grades K-12 as well as higher education institutions like Mohawk Valley Community College, which offer over 50 certificate and degree programs. With its wide range of options for local education, Utica is an excellent place to pursue a quality education no matter what your age or background may be.
Utica schools spend $18,897 per student (The US average is $12,383). There are 16 pupils per teacher, 362 students per librarian, and 747 children per counselor.