Serving 1,517 students in grades 9-12, Ramapo High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 67% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ramapo High School's student population of 1,517 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ramapo High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ramapo High School is 0.47, 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
#1242 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
68%
29%
Black
26%
16%
White
2%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
67%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramapo High School's ranking?
Ramapo High School is ranked #1242 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ramapo High School often compared to?
Ramapo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ramapo High School?
The graduation rate of Ramapo High School is 67%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Ramapo High School?
1,517 students attend Ramapo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Ramapo High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramapo High School?
Ramapo High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ramapo High School offer ?
Ramapo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ramapo High School part of?
Ramapo High School is part of East Ramapo Central School District (Spring Valley).
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