Tappan Zee High School is a public high school located in Orangeburg, New York in Rockland County. The school serves students in grades 9–12, and is part of the South Orangetown Central School District. The school derives its name from the nearby Tappan Zee section of the Hudson River.
Serving 911 students in grades 9-12, Tappan Zee 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 70-74% (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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% 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: 911 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Tappan Zee High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 19 square miles in Orangeburg, NY. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tappan Zee 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
Tappan Zee High School's student population of 911 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
911 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tappan Zee 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 Tappan Zee High School is 0.58, 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
#474 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
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)
98%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
60%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
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
97%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Red
School Mascot
"zee"
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tappan Zee High School's ranking?
Tappan Zee High School is ranked #474 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Tappan Zee High School often compared to?
Tappan Zee High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Orangetown Middle School, Cottage Lane Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Tappan Zee High School?
The graduation rate of Tappan Zee High School is 97%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Tappan Zee High School?
911 students attend Tappan Zee High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Tappan Zee High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tappan Zee High School?
Tappan Zee High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tappan Zee High School offer ?
Tappan Zee High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tappan Zee High School part of?
Tappan Zee High School is part of South Orangetown Central School District.
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