Serving 2,619 students in grades 9-12, Arlington High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,619 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 95% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Arlington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Arlington High School's student population of 2,619 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 191 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,619 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
191 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Arlington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Arlington High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1174 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
63%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Arlington High School's ranking?
Arlington High School is ranked #1174 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Arlington High School often compared to?
Arlington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Jay Senior High School, Millbrook High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Arlington High School?
The graduation rate of Arlington High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Arlington High School?
2,619 students attend Arlington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Arlington High School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Arlington High School?
Arlington High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Arlington High School offer ?
Arlington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Arlington High School part of?
Arlington High School is part of Arlington Central School District.
School Reviews
5 11/2/2020
I love the school a lot!!!!! The counselors in the West House Office are very helpful.
2 2/26/2018
Not very happy with the LARGE SIZE of school and that it has about 3,200 students in it with grades from 9-12. Seems VERY OVERWHELMING for students coming from a middle school.Not satisfied at all!!!!!!
5 1/29/2015
Loved everything about this school
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