Nyack High School is a secondary school in Nyack, New York, which serves parts of Orangetown and Clarkstown, New York. The original Nyack High School building is now part of BOCES.
Serving 914 students in grades 9-12, Nyack Senior High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). 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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 914 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Nyack Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
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Nyack Senior High School's student population of 914 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
914 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Colors
White, Maroon
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
Nyack Senior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nyack Senior High School is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#277 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
33%
30%
Black
15%
15%
White
38%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
<麻豆果冻传媒 class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is Nyack Senior High School's ranking?
Nyack Senior High School is ranked #277 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Nyack Senior High School often compared to?
Nyack Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkstown North Senior 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 52% 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 Nyack Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Nyack Senior High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Nyack Senior High School?
914 students attend Nyack Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Nyack Senior High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nyack Senior High School?
Nyack Senior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nyack Senior High School offer ?
Nyack Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nyack Senior High School part of?
Nyack Senior High School is part of Nyack Union Free School District.
School Reviews5 10/10/2025I am extremely happy with Nyack School District, as is my daughter, a sophomore this year who switched from Clarkstown CCSD in 8th Grade. The personal attention is top notch, the teachers are excellent overall, and very willing to communicate regarding my child's needs.Review Nyack Senior High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
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I am extremely happy with Nyack School District, as is my daughter, a sophomore this year who switched from Clarkstown CCSD in 8th Grade. The personal attention is top notch, the teachers are excellent overall, and very willing to communicate regarding my child's needs.
Review Nyack Senior High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
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