Clarkstown High School North is a high school located in New City, New York, United States, educating students in grades 9 through 12. It is one of two high schools in the Clarkstown Central School District. Since 2006, North has offered the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme to juniors and seniors.
Serving 1,217 students in grades 9-12, Clarkstown North Senior High School ranks in the top 20% 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 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (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 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,217 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clarkstown North Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Clarkstown North Senior High School's student population of 1,217 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 115 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
115 teachers
Year Founded
1953
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Clarkstown North Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clarkstown North Senior High School is 0.67, 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
#465 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
48%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Ram
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clarkstown North Senior High School's ranking?
Clarkstown North Senior High School is ranked #465 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Clarkstown North Senior High School often compared to?
Clarkstown North Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkstown South Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clarkstown North Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Clarkstown North Senior High School is 97%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clarkstown North Senior High School?
1,217 students attend Clarkstown North Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Clarkstown North Senior High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Clarkstown North Senior High School?
Clarkstown North Senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clarkstown North Senior High School offer ?
Clarkstown North Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clarkstown North Senior High School part of?
Clarkstown North Senior High School is part of Clarkstown Central School District.
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