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#174 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 4% in state

Ardsley High School

High School · ARDSLEY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

300 FARM RD, Ardsley, NY 10502

Enrollment

748

Student-Teacher

9.6:1

Score

8.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#174 of 4,742

In Ardsley

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

ARDSLEY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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About Ardsley High School

Ardsley High School is a public high school in Ardsley, NY, part of ARDSLEY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ardsley High School serves approximately 748 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Ardsley High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10 and ranks #174 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Ardsley High School show 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.8 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.8 · Excellent
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 9.6:1 students to teachers, Ardsley High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.1 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency97.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency92% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+23.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation28.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,780
Chronic Absenteeism8.4%

Ardsley High School — Students at Ardsley High School score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 96.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 95.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2019
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2020*
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.4/10.

How Ardsley High School Compares

See how Ardsley High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.8/10
96th percentile in NY
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
78 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
28.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

300 FARM RD, Ardsley, NY 10502

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ardsley High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IRVINGTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.5/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Irvington), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EDGEMONT JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Scarsdale), with a comparable rating. Additionally, GREENBURGH ELEVEN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Dobbs Ferry), a more accessible option. For more schools in Ardsley, see our Ardsley schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.0 mi
School Distance Rating
CONCORD ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Ardsley 0.5 mi 7.9
ELMWOOD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL White Plains 0.9 mi 4.8
SAIL AT FERNCLIFF MANOR Ardsley 1.0 mi 7.0
ARDSLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Ardsley 1.4 mi 8.1
GREENVILLE SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.7 mi 9.0
MARIA REGINA HIGH SCHOOL Hartsdale 1.4 mi 5.9
THE LEFFELL SCHOOL Hartsdale 1.5 mi 7.1
ALICE E GRADY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmsford 2.1 mi 5.6
EDGEMONT JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scarsdale 1.9 mi 8.3
SEELY PLACE SCHOOL Scarsdale 2.0 mi 8.9
ALEXANDER HAMILTON HIGH SCHOOL Elmsford 2.1 mi 5.9
IRVINGTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Irvington 1.9 mi 8.8
SPRINGHURST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dobbs Ferry 1.8 mi 7.8
IRVINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Irvington 2.0 mi 9.5
EARLY CHILDHOOD PROGRAM Hartsdale 1.8 mi 5.7
WOODLANDS MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL Hartsdale 1.8 mi 5.9
CARL L DIXSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmsford 2.3 mi 6.1
GREENBURGH ELEVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Dobbs Ferry 2.0 mi
GREENBURGH ELEVEN HIGH SCHOOL Dobbs Ferry 2.0 mi 7.3
GREENBURGH ELEVEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Dobbs Ferry 2.0 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10502 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$819,100

Median Rent

$3,501/mo

Population

5,875

College Educated

77.2%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

34.5 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

41.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ardsley High School

What grades does Ardsley High School serve?

Ardsley High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Ardsley High School?

Ardsley High School has an enrollment of approximately 748 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ardsley High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ardsley High School is 9.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ardsley High School rank in NY?

Ardsley High School ranks #174 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Ardsley High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ardsley High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ardsley High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ardsley High School has 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Ardsley High School a charter school?

No, Ardsley High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ardsley High School a Title I school?

No, Ardsley High School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
748
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
78
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.4%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

ARDSLEY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,324
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,780
District Rank
#1 of 3

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