New York High School Football Rankings: Top 25 Teams - Sep. 16

New York high school football is in high gear throughout the Empire State and many of the top programs were in action. Top ranked Iona Preparatory School holds down the No. 1 spot after a convincing 53-43 victory over Paramus Catholic (N.J.) last week.

Which other New York high school football teams make the list in our second set of Top 25 rankings of the regular season?

The Massey Ratings, officially used during the BCS era, is a model that ranks sports teams by analyzing game outcomes, strength of schedule, and margin of victory.

Here is the latest New York high school football Top 25 rankings, according to Massey as of Sep. 16.

1. Iona Preparatory School Gaels

Iona Prep (2-0) remains in the top spot since the preseason after winning the New York State Catholic title last year and has started the 2025 season off with a proverbial bang. It kicked off on Sept. 6 with a high-profile, neutral site matchup against Somers, which was riding a 27-game winning streak.

The Gaels halted the Tuskers’ winning streak and routed them, 37-7, at the Hero’s Bowl Classic and then followed it up with a 53-43 victory over Paramus Catholic of New Jersey. Quarterback Julian Guzman has led the way for Iona Prep’s offense, throwing for 540 yards and six touchdowns through two games.

Running back Crew Davis, a three-star prospect committed to North Carolina, has spearheaded to the Gaels’ efforts on the offensive side of the ball with 250 yards and three scores. Iona Prep’s defensive line should be among the best in the Empire State, thanks in large part to the return of stalwart Dalton Lozin.

The Gaels return to play this week at home against St. Joseph by the Sea (2-1).

2. Syracuse Christian Brothers Academy Brothers

Christian Brothers Academy (2-0) proved themselves last season as one of the top high school football programs in the state of New York and are looking the part once again this fall.

The 2025 season kicked off as the Brothers dominated Whitesboro in a 28-7 decision to start off at 1-0. Christian Brothers improved to 2-0 last week in a 42-9 rout of Albany Christian Brothers Academy.

The Brothers are looking to take aim at 3-0 and up next for Christian Brothers Academy is a away game versus West Genesee Senior.

3. St. Francis Red Raiders

St. Francis (2-0) opened up the 2025 season in thrilling fashion as they defeated Jackson in a 42-35 offensive shootout. When it comes to offenses, the Red Raiders can keep up with the best of ’em.

The Red Raiders got a solid outing in Week 1 from junior quarterback Trent Buttles, who completed 14 of 29 passes for 257 yards and two touchdowns. In Week 2, St. Francis needed all the offensive firepower they could use to get by Jackson in a 42-35 victory.

Entering this season, the Red Raiders are seeking to reach the state championship game for the first time since 2018. The Red Raiders will need big seasons from Domonic Cook, Jr. and Mason Anderson if they are to accomplish that goal.

4. William Floyd Colonials

Moving into the Top 5 in this week’s rankings is the William Floyd Colonials after they started off the season with a narrow 21-20 victory over Sachem North. The Colonials entered the season with high expectations and look to remain undefeated this upcoming Saturday when they take on Brentwood.William Floyd is coming off a 10-2 season in 2024 where they competed in New York’s Section 11, Division I.

5. Monsignor Farrell Lions

Monsignor Farrell (2-1) started the season with flash when they defeated Christian Brothers Academy (Albany) in a 37-12 rout. The Lions suffered their first loss of the season last week when they fell in a 35-6 loss to Delbarton of New Jersey.

Sophomore quarterback Bryce Moye has been solid behind center in the Lions’ first three games as the signal caller completed 21 of 27 passes for 349 yards and four touchdowns. Senior running back Kevin Gumb Jr. has been the engine of the ground game, with the tailback rushed for 255 yards and five touchdowns.

Monsignor Farrell now will face another one of New York’s top teams in St. Anthony’s this week.

6. Tottenville
7. Shaker
8. Shenendehowa
9. St. Anthony’s
10. Rye

11. Ward Melville Senior
12. Cardinal Hayes 
13. Massapequa  
14. Archbishop Stepinac
15. Chaminade

16. Erasmus Hall  
17. Garden City
18. Farmingdale Senior
19. Canisius 
20. Curtis

21. Somers
22. Cornwall Central
23. Christian Brothers Academy (Albany)
24. Oceanside
25. Sachem North

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