Roy C. Ketcham High School, more informally Ketcham High School or RCK, is a public secondary school under jurisdiction of the Wappingers Central School District.
Serving 1,557 students in grades 9-12, Roy C Ketcham Senior High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than 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 49% 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: 1,557 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roy C Ketcham Senior High School serves the northwest part of Wappingers Falls, NY, covering an area of approximately 32.5 square miles. Most students live within a 10-12 minute drive, with an average distance of 3.7 miles to the school's edge, extending up to 4.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School's student population of 1,557 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,557 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roy C Ketcham Senior High School is 0.64, 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
#1797 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
11%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
51%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Storm
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roy C Ketcham Senior High School's ranking?
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School is ranked #1797 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Roy C Ketcham Senior High School often compared to?
Roy C Ketcham Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Jay Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roy C Ketcham Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Roy C Ketcham Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Roy C Ketcham Senior High School?
1,557 students attend Roy C Ketcham Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Roy C Ketcham Senior High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roy C Ketcham Senior High School?
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roy C Ketcham Senior High School offer ?
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roy C Ketcham Senior High School part of?
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School is part of Wappingers Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It should not come as a shock to anyone that Roy C. Ketcham High School has been one of the top public schools in Dutchess County for numerous years. The school offers many academic programs such as Advanced Placement and Honors classes. As an incentive to get "good grades" students are given cards to use at specific resturants and companies for different prizes. This facility is one filled with teachers who care deeply about their students and their students' education. And although the security cameras which were installed a few years ago come off as an invasion of privacy, as a student myself I feel I couldn't possibly be more safe. The availability of after school activities is abundant, there is something for everyone. Being one of the top schools does mean that parents are involved with their students' high school career. I would highly recommend this school. I have learned so much at this institution. I've learned not only my school subjects but about life and most of all from my teachers I've learned to love learning.
5 10/10/2025
Being a student at Roy C. Ketcham High School has allowed me to be a part of an amazing community. The teachers here genuinely care about their students, seen as how they all have had to adapt to online learning due to COVID-19 this school year. The school holds many events throughout the year, ranging from college and career fairs to prom and homecoming and the annual Bonfire. Ketcham has a lot of technology that is used in classes, which I found to really benefit my fellow classmates and I, allowing us to achieve above and beyond, ranging from Chromebook and smart boards to the makerspace, computer lab, and library that are loaded with different technological tools to help all the students achieve academic success. Ketcham has definitely taught me many lessons and given me experiences that I will take with me for the rest of my life.
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