Serving 1,549 students in grades 9-12, Port Chester Senior High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Port Chester Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Port Chester, NY, encompassing an area of approximately 3.1 square miles. Most residents live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 1 mile to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.1 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Chester Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Port Chester Senior High School's student population of 1,549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 110 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,549 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1929
Campus Size
20 Acres (871,200 sq ft)
School Motto
Success for Every Student
School Rankings
Port Chester Senior 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 Port Chester Senior High School is 0.27, 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
#867 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
85%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
9%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Rams
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Chester Senior High School's ranking?
Port Chester Senior High School is ranked #867 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Chester Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Port Chester Senior High School is 89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Port Chester Senior High School?
1,549 students attend Port Chester Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Port Chester Senior High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Port Chester Senior High School?
Port Chester Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Port Chester Senior High School offer ?
Port Chester Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Port Chester Senior High School part of?
Port Chester Senior High School is part of Port Chester-Rye Union Free School District.
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