Walter Panas High School is a comprehensive, four-year public high school serving students in grades 9–12 in Cortlandt Manor, New York, USA. It was opened in 1972, becoming the second high school to serve the Lakeland Central School District. It is a sister school to Lakeland High School of Shrub Oak, New York.
Serving 916 students in grades 9-12, Walter Panas High School ranks in the top 10% 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 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 916 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter Panas 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
School Overview
Walter Panas High School's student population of 916 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 75 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
916 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
75 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Walter Panas High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter Panas High School is 0.65, 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
#414 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
34%
30%
Black
11%
16%
White
48%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Walter Panas High School's ranking?
Walter Panas High School is ranked #414 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Walter Panas High School often compared to?
Walter Panas High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lakeland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walter Panas High School?
The graduation rate of Walter Panas High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Walter Panas High School?
916 students attend Walter Panas High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Walter Panas High School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter Panas High School?
Walter Panas High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walter Panas High School offer ?
Walter Panas High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walter Panas High School part of?
Walter Panas High School is part of Lakeland Central School District.
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