Serving 831 students in grades 9-12, Beacon High School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (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 58% 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: 831 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Beacon High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Beacon, NY, covering approximately 16.4 square miles. Most students typically have a short drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 3.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone and a furthest point at 4.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beacon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Beacon High School's student population of 831 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
831 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Beacon High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beacon High School is 0.70, 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
#934 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
42%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beacon High School's ranking?
Beacon High School is ranked #934 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Beacon High School often compared to?
Beacon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Jay Senior High School, Arlington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Beacon High School?
The graduation rate of Beacon High School is 89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Beacon High School?
831 students attend Beacon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Beacon High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beacon High School?
Beacon High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Beacon High School offer ?
Beacon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beacon High School part of?
Beacon High School is part of Beacon City School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Best visual arts department - cool teacher --- hard to gain admission, but well worth the effort.
4 10/10/2025
I graduated in 1975 and I am very proud that the new Beacon High has a majority minority enrollment and that the school remains academically sound.
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