Serving 850 students in grades 9-12, Nyack Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 850 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nyack Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Nyack Senior High School's student population of 850 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
850 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Nyack Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nyack Senior High School is 0.71, 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
#716 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
18%
16%
White
42%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nyack Senior High School's ranking?
Nyack Senior High School is ranked #716 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Nyack Senior High School often compared to?
Nyack Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkstown North Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nyack Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Nyack Senior High School is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Nyack Senior High School?
850 students attend Nyack Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Nyack Senior High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nyack Senior High School?
Nyack Senior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nyack Senior High School offer ?
Nyack Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Nyack Senior High School part of?
Nyack Senior High School is part of Nyack Union Free School District.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
I am extremely happy with Nyack School District, as is my daughter, a sophomore this year who switched from Clarkstown CCSD in 8th Grade. The personal attention is top notch, the teachers are excellent overall, and very willing to communicate regarding my child's needs.
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