Goshen Central High School educates students in grades 9-12 from the Goshen Central School District, which largely overlaps the town and village of the same name in Orange County, New York, United States.
Serving 983 students in grades 9-12, Goshen Central 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 40-44% (which is lower 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 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 983 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Goshen Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Goshen Central High School's student population of 983 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
983 students
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Year Founded
1976
Colors
Blue, Red
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
'Truth and Honor'
School Rankings
Goshen Central 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 Goshen Central High School is 0.53, 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
#1457 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
22%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
65%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gladiators
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Goshen Central High School's ranking?
Goshen Central High School is ranked #1457 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Goshen Central High School often compared to?
Goshen Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Cornwall Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Goshen Central High School?
The graduation rate of Goshen Central High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Goshen Central High School?
983 students attend Goshen Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Goshen Central High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Goshen Central High School?
Goshen Central High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Goshen Central High School offer ?
Goshen Central High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Goshen Central High School part of?
Goshen Central High School is part of Goshen Central School District.
School Reviews
1 10/10/2025
The town of Goshen in NY is a beautiful place to live. Unfortunately the school system (CJ Hooker and Goshen High School) lack the leadership necessary to provide a quality and safe education. The code of conduct disciplinary action is not followed. Students are not provided a structured environment that promotes good behavior. Instead students are allowed to do whatever they want with little consequence, and those that defy the rules only get worst.
5 10/10/2025
The theater department is great!
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