Haldane High School

15 Craigside Dr
Cold Spring, NY 10516
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
10
Top 5%
Serving 318 students in grades 9-12, Haldane High School ranks in the top 5% 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 ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (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 23% 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: 318 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
  • : Top 5%
  • : ≥80% (Top 20%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Haldane High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency

School Overview

Haldane High School's student population of 318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students

School Rankings

Haldane 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 Haldane High School is 0.38, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#187 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
≥80%
52%
90-94%
49%
80-84%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
16%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
77%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.38
≥95%
87%
(22-23)
12%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Haldane High School's ranking?
Haldane High School is ranked #187 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Haldane High School often compared to?
Haldane High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Putnam Valley High School, Carmel High School, Brewster High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Haldane High School?
The graduation rate of Haldane High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Haldane High School?
318 students attend Haldane High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Haldane High School students are White, 16% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Haldane High School?
Haldane High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Haldane High School offer ?
Haldane High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Haldane High School part of?
Haldane High School is part of Haldane Central School District.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
The teachers and administration really care about the students!! A great place to grow up!
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Quick Facts (2026)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 318 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 23%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Top 5%
  • : ≥80% (Top 20%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • : 80-84% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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