Serving 3,051 students in grades 9-12, New Rochelle 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 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,051 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Rochelle High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
New Rochelle High School's student population of 3,051 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 216 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,051 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
216 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Rochelle High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Rochelle High School is 0.63, 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
#465 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
54%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
20%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Rochelle High School's ranking?
New Rochelle High School is ranked #465 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are New Rochelle High School often compared to?
New Rochelle High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scarsdale Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Rochelle High School?
The graduation rate of New Rochelle High School is 83%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Rochelle High School?
3,051 students attend New Rochelle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of New Rochelle High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Rochelle High School?
New Rochelle High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Rochelle High School offer ?
New Rochelle High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Rochelle High School part of?
New Rochelle High School is part of New Rochelle City School District.
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