New Rochelle High School, a public secondary school in New Rochelle, New York, is part of the City School District of New Rochelle and is the city's sole public high school. Its buildings were designed by the noted architectural firm Guilbert and Betelle and constructed in the French-Gothic style.
Serving 3,047 students in grades 9-12, New Rochelle High School ranks in the top 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 47% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). 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 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,047 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 87% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
New Rochelle High School's student population of 3,047 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 217 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,047 students
Total Classroom Teachers
217 teachers
Year Founded
1926
Colors
White, Black, Purple
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Rochelle 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 New Rochelle High School is 0.62, 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
#1398 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
52%
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
55%
31%
Black
21%
15%
White
19%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
87%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Huguenots
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Rochelle High School's ranking?
New Rochelle High School is ranked #1398 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 87%, which is equal to the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Rochelle High School?
3,047 students attend New Rochelle High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of New Rochelle High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 19% 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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