Walter Panas High School is a comprehensive, four-year public high school serving students in grades 9–12 in Cortlandt Manor, New York, USA. It was opened in 1972, becoming the second high school to serve the Lakeland Central School District. It is a sister school to Lakeland High School of Shrub Oak, New York.
Serving 845 students in grades 9-12, Walter Panas High School ranks in the top 10% 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 ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 845 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter Panas High School serves the western part of its school district in Cortlandt Manor, NY, covering an area of approximately 17.2 square miles. Families living within this zone can typically expect a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter Panas High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Walter Panas High School's student population of 845 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
845 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Motto
Educating Today for a Better Tomorrow
School Rankings
Walter Panas High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter Panas High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#309 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
44%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter Panas High School's ranking?
Walter Panas High School is ranked #309 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Walter Panas High School often compared to?
Walter Panas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walter Panas High School?
The graduation rate of Walter Panas High School is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Walter Panas High School?
845 students attend Walter Panas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Walter Panas High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter Panas High School?
Walter Panas High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walter Panas High School offer ?
Walter Panas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walter Panas High School part of?
Walter Panas High School is part of Lakeland Central School District.
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