Fox Lane High School is a public high school in Bedford, New York, United States. It is named after the road, Fox Lane, that begins just to the side of the school's driveway. It is a part of the Bedford Central School District.
Serving 1,155 students in grades 9-12, Fox Lane High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fox Lane High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Fox Lane High School's student population of 1,155 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Motto
Inspiring and Challenging Our Students
School Rankings
Fox Lane High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Fox Lane High School is 0.60, 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
#1543 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
43%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
47%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fox Lane High School's ranking?
Fox Lane High School is ranked #1543 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fox Lane High School often compared to?
Fox Lane High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Jay High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fox Lane High School?
The graduation rate of Fox Lane High School is 89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Fox Lane High School?
1,155 students attend Fox Lane High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Fox Lane High School students are White, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Fox Lane High School?
Fox Lane High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fox Lane High School offer ?
Fox Lane High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fox Lane High School part of?
Fox Lane High School is part of Bedford Central School District.
School Calendar
View the Fox Lane High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Spring Break - no school, buildings open
April 22, 2027 (Thursday)
Spring Break - no school, buildings open
April 23, 2027 (Friday)
Last Day of School / Half Day for Students
June 25, 2027 (Friday)
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