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 1,321 students in grades 9-12, Carmel High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,321 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- 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
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Carmel High School's student population of 1,321 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,321 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Rankings
Carmel High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Carmel High School is 0.57, 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
#510 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
34%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
56%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Carmel High School's ranking?
Carmel High School is ranked #510 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% 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?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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?
1,321 students attend Carmel High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Carmel High School students are White, 34% 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 12:1, 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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