Serving 1,107 students in grades 9-12, Saunders Trades & Technical High School ranks in the top 5% 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 94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,107 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 94% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Saunders Trades & Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Saunders Trades & Technical High School's student population of 1,107 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,107 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Saunders Trades & Technical High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Saunders Trades & Technical High School is 0.57, 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
#165 out of 4093 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
62%
29%
Black
12%
16%
White
19%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Saunders Trades & Technical High School's ranking?
Saunders Trades & Technical High School is ranked #165 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Saunders Trades & Technical High School often compared to?
Saunders Trades & Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Yonkers 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 94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Saunders Trades & Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Saunders Trades & Technical High School is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Saunders Trades & Technical High School?
1,107 students attend Saunders Trades & Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Saunders Trades & Technical High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Saunders Trades & Technical High School?
Saunders Trades & Technical High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Saunders Trades & Technical High School offer ?
Saunders Trades & Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Saunders Trades & Technical High School part of?
Saunders Trades & Technical High School is part of Yonkers City School District.
In what neighborhood is Saunders Trades & Technical High School located?
Saunders Trades & Technical High School is located in the Bryn Mawr Park neighborhood of Yonkers, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Bryn Mawr Park.
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