Harry Van Arsdale High School serves 494 students in grades 11-12.
The student-teacher ratio of 22:1 was higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment was 98% of the student body (majority Black), which was higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 11-12
Total Students
494 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Student-Teacher Ratio
22:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
46%
30%
Black
51%
15%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
99%
54%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Harry Van Arsdale High School?
494 students attend Harry Van Arsdale High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Harry Van Arsdale High School students are Black, 46% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Harry Van Arsdale High School?
Harry Van Arsdale High School has a student ration of 22:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Harry Van Arsdale High School offer ?
Harry Van Arsdale High School offers enrollment in grades 11-12
What school district is Harry Van Arsdale High School part of?
Harry Van Arsdale High School is part of New York City Geographic District #14.
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