Serving 1,406 students in grades 9-12, Carmel High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 97% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 39% 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: 1,406 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmel High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Carmel High School's student population of 1,406 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,406 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carmel High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel High School is 0.55, 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
#157 out of 4093 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
61%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 Carmel High School's ranking?
Carmel High School is ranked #157 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Carmel High School often compared to?
Carmel High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mahopac High School, Brewster High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carmel High School?
The graduation rate of Carmel High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Carmel High School?
1,406 students attend Carmel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Carmel High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmel High School?
Carmel High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Carmel High School offer ?
Carmel High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmel High School part of?
Carmel High School is part of Carmel Central School District.
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