New Dorp High School, commonly referred to as New Dorp or NDHS, is a public school on the East Shore of the New York City borough of Staten Island in the New Dorp neighborhood. The school is administered by the New York City Department of Education.
Serving 3,011 students in grades 9-12, New Dorp High School ranks in the top 30% 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 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,011 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Dorp High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
New Dorp High School's student population of 3,011 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 227 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,011 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
227 teachers
Year Founded
1937
School Rankings
New Dorp High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Dorp High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1302 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
43%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Dorp High School's ranking?
New Dorp High School is ranked #1302 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are New Dorp High School often compared to?
New Dorp High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susan E Wagner 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 46% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Dorp High School?
The graduation rate of New Dorp High School is 89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Dorp High School?
3,011 students attend New Dorp High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of New Dorp High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Dorp High School?
New Dorp High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Dorp High School offer ?
New Dorp High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Dorp High School part of?
New Dorp High School is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
In what neighborhood is New Dorp High School located?
New Dorp High School is located in the New Dorp Beach neighborhood of Staten Island, NY.
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