Serving 356 students in grades 9-12, Dryden High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% 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: 356 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Dryden High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of Dryden, NY, covering approximately 100.3 square miles. Typically, families within this zone can expect a drive of 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 5.3 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 7.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dryden 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
Dryden High School's student population of 356 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
356 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dryden High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dryden High School is 0.31, 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
#336 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
83%
39%
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dryden High School's ranking?
Dryden High School is ranked #336 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dryden High School often compared to?
Dryden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ithaca Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% 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 Dryden High School?
The graduation rate of Dryden High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Dryden High School?
356 students attend Dryden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Dryden High School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dryden High School?
Dryden High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dryden High School offer ?
Dryden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dryden High School part of?
Dryden High School is part of Dryden Central School District.
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