Serving 887 students in grades 9-12, Rye High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 887 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Rye High School's attendance zone covers the entire Rye City School District in Rye, NY, encompassing approximately 18.7 square miles. The average drive to the school is typically 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rye 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
Rye High School's student population of 887 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
887 students
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rye High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rye High School is 0.36, 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
#239 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
79%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.6%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rye High School's ranking?
Rye High School is ranked #239 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rye High School often compared to?
Rye High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scarsdale Senior High School, Rye Neck Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rye High School?
The graduation rate of Rye High School is 98%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rye High School?
887 students attend Rye High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Rye High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rye High School?
Rye High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rye High School offer ?
Rye High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rye High School part of?
Rye High School is part of Rye City School District.
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