Serving 334 students in grades 3-8, Highland Falls Intermediate School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 43% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-8
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highland Falls Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Highland Falls Intermediate School's student population of 334 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Challenge. Engage. Empower.
School Rankings
Highland Falls Intermediate School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highland Falls Intermediate School is 0.68, 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
#2577 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
11%
15%
White
40%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highland Falls Intermediate School's ranking?
Highland Falls Intermediate School is ranked #2577 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Highland Falls Intermediate School often compared to?
Highland Falls Intermediate Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Greenwood Lake Middle School, Meadow Hill School, Horizon-on-the-hudson School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Highland Falls Intermediate School?
334 students attend Highland Falls Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Highland Falls Intermediate School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highland Falls Intermediate School?
Highland Falls Intermediate School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Highland Falls Intermediate School offer ?
Highland Falls Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highland Falls Intermediate School part of?
Highland Falls Intermediate School is part of Highland Falls Central School District.
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