Valhalla High School is a public high school located in Valhalla, New York. The school serves about 500 students in grades 9 to 12 in the Valhalla Union Free School District.
Serving 424 students in grades 9-12, Valhalla High School ranks in the top 5% 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 ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher 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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 424 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valhalla 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
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Valhalla High School's student population of 424 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
424 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Valhalla High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valhalla High School is 0.65, 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
#205 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
37%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
46%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valhalla High School's ranking?
Valhalla High School is ranked #205 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥80% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valhalla High School?
The graduation rate of Valhalla High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valhalla High School?
424 students attend Valhalla High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Valhalla High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valhalla High School?
Valhalla High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valhalla High School offer ?
Valhalla High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valhalla High School part of?
Valhalla High School is part of Valhalla Union Free School District.
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