Taconic Hills High School is a secondary school in Craryville, New York, United States operated by Taconic Hills Central School District.
Serving 471 students in grades 7-12, Taconic Hillsjunior/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 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Taconic Hills Junior/Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 201 square miles around Craryville, NY. Families can typically expect a 15-20 minute drive to the school from various points within the zone, with an average distance of 8 miles to the edge and a maximum distance of 12.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School's student population of 471 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Day, In Every Way, Everyone Counts
School Rankings
Taconic Hillsjunior/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 Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School is 0.41, 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
#1987 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2009–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
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
75%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
55%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Titan
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School's ranking?
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School is ranked #1987 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School often compared to?
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatham High School, Hudson High School, Ichabod Crane Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School?
The graduation rate of Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School?
471 students attend Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School?
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School offer ?
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School part of?
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School is part of Taconic Hills Central School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Very in-depth classes and many opportunities to explore different career paths. Faculty, Administration and staff is very caring towards students. I wouldn't want my children in any other school.
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