Carmel High School is a public high school in Carmel, New York, currently serving grades 9-12. It is the only high school in the Carmel Central School District.
Serving 1,299 students in grades 9-12, Carmel High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,299 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carmel High School's student population of 1,299 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 103 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,299 students
Total Classroom Teachers
103 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Motto
Respect, Academics, Motivation, Safety
School Rankings
Carmel 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 Carmel High School is 0.59, 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
#902 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
51%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #902 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Carmel High School?
The graduation rate of Carmel High School is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Carmel High School?
1,299 students attend Carmel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Carmel High School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Carmel High School part of?
Carmel High School is part of Carmel Central School District.
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