Cornwall Central High School is the high school serving the Cornwall Central School District in Orange County, New York. It draws students from portions of three towns: Cornwall, New Windsor, and Woodbury, as well as the village of Cornwall-on-Hudson.
Serving 1,022 students in grades 9-12, Cornwall Central High School ranks in the top 5% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (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 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,022 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornwall Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cornwall Central High School's student population of 1,022 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,022 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
White, Green
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Campus Size
100
School Motto
Striving for Excellence Every Day
School Rankings
Cornwall Central High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornwall Central High School is 0.61, 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
#217 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
56%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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: Dragon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornwall Central High School's ranking?
Cornwall Central High School is ranked #217 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Cornwall Central High School often compared to?
Cornwall Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newburgh Free Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cornwall Central High School?
The graduation rate of Cornwall Central High School is 97%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Cornwall Central High School?
1,022 students attend Cornwall Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Cornwall Central High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornwall Central High School?
Cornwall Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Cornwall Central High School offer ?
Cornwall Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cornwall Central High School part of?
Cornwall Central High School is part of Cornwall Central School District.
School Reviews
5 5/12/2014
This district and school are great! Way better than oniel. Everyone is very accepting of new students.
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