Hendrick Hudson High School is a public high school in Montrose, New York, United States. It is part of the larger Hendrick Hudson Central School District. That district's boundary is within the Town of Cortlandt. Villages in the district include Buchanan and a section of Croton-on-Hudson.
Serving 729 students in grades 9-12, Hendrick Hudson High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (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 52% 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: 729 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Hendrick Hudson High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Montrose, NY, covering approximately 14.9 square miles. Most areas within the zone are a short drive of 5-10 minutes from the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the edge and up to 4.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hendrick Hudson High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Hendrick Hudson High School's student population of 729 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
729 students
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hendrick Hudson High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hendrick Hudson High School is 0.63, 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
#615 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
37%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
48%
39%
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Big Henry
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hendrick Hudson High School's ranking?
Hendrick Hudson High School is ranked #615 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hendrick Hudson High School often compared to?
Hendrick Hudson High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walter Panas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% 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 Hendrick Hudson High School?
The graduation rate of Hendrick Hudson High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Hendrick Hudson High School?
729 students attend Hendrick Hudson High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Hendrick Hudson High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hendrick Hudson High School?
Hendrick Hudson High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hendrick Hudson High School offer ?
Hendrick Hudson High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hendrick Hudson High School part of?
Hendrick Hudson High School is part of Hendrick Hudson Central School District.
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