Serving 321 students in grades 9-12, Rhinebeck 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 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Rhinebeck Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Rhinebeck school district, covering approximately 61.9 square miles. It typically takes about 10-12 minutes to drive to the school from various points within the zone, which extends up to 7.8 miles from the school's location.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rhinebeck Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rhinebeck Senior High School's student population of 321 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
321 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
The Rhinebeck Central School District is dedicated to nurturing every student’s generosity of spirit, passion for learning, and success.
School Rankings
Rhinebeck 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 Rhinebeck Senior High School is 0.37, 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
#449 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rhinebeck Senior High School's ranking?
Rhinebeck Senior High School is ranked #449 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rhinebeck Senior High School often compared to?
Rhinebeck Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Hook Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rhinebeck Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Rhinebeck Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Rhinebeck Senior High School?
321 students attend Rhinebeck Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Rhinebeck Senior High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rhinebeck Senior High School?
Rhinebeck Senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rhinebeck Senior High School offer ?
Rhinebeck Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rhinebeck Senior High School part of?
Rhinebeck Senior High School is part of Rhinebeck Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Rhinebeck Senior High School located?
Rhinebeck Senior High School is located in the Rhinebeck Village neighborhood of Rhinebeck, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Rhinebeck Village.
School Reviews
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