Tuckahoe High School is a historic high school located in Eastchester, New York. It was built in 1930–31, and is a three-story brick building with Aztec-inspired cast stone trim in the Art Deco style.
Serving 296 students in grades 9-12, Tuckahoe High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 296 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tuckahoe High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Tuckahoe High School's student population of 296 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 55% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
296 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1930
Colors
Black, Orange
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Rankings
Tuckahoe 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 Tuckahoe High School is 0.62, 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
#1570 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
57%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tuckahoe High School's ranking?
Tuckahoe High School is ranked #1570 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Tuckahoe High School often compared to?
Tuckahoe High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bronxville High School, Eastchester Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Tuckahoe High School?
The graduation rate of Tuckahoe High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Tuckahoe High School?
296 students attend Tuckahoe High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Tuckahoe High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tuckahoe High School?
Tuckahoe High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Tuckahoe High School offer ?
Tuckahoe High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tuckahoe High School part of?
Tuckahoe High School is part of Tuckahoe Union Free School District.
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