Newsweek magazine has released its 2015 list of the nation’s top 500 high schools and Fayetteville-Manlius and Jamesville-DeWitt were included as no. 79 and 252, respectively.

According to the Newsweek website, schools were ranked in a three-step methodology including a shortlist analysis, which includes proficiency rates on standardized testing, a ranking analysis, which was based on college-readiness data, proficiency rates on standardized state-level math and reading/language arts assessments, graduation rates, student retention and college enrollment rates. The final step to the methodology was an equity ranking, based achievement levels for standardized testing for schools that had economically disadvantaged students.

The ranking was done in collaboration with research company Westat and released on Aug. 19. Private schools were not included in the rankings.

F-M came in at no. 79 out of 500 with a college readiness score of 85.3 and J-D was listed at 252 with a college readiness score of 80.2.

Both schools received a Newsweek equity ranking, meaning it meets requirements by helping low-income students score at or above average on state assessments.

“This recognition is a testament to the dedication and discipline of our students and staff,” said F-M Superintendent Craig J. Tice. “Any recognition such as this only validates the satisfaction educators receive in preparing students for their postsecondary lives.”

Jamesville-DeWitt Superintendent Alice Kendrick was not available to comment on the ranking.

Hayleigh Gowans is a reporter for the Eagle Bulletin. She can be reached at [email protected].