Excellent
#605 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 13% in state
Beacon High School
High School · BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
101 MATTEAWAN RD, Beacon, NY 12508
Enrollment
830
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
830
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#605 of 4,742
In Beacon
#2 of 5
public schools
In district
#2 of 6
BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Beacon High School
Beacon High School is a public high school in Beacon, NY, part of BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Beacon High School serves approximately 830 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Beacon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #605 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Beacon High School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at Beacon High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Beacon High School — Students at Beacon High School score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
43.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 24 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.4/10.
How Beacon High School Compares
See how Beacon High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
101 MATTEAWAN RD, Beacon, NY 12508
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Beacon High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby New Windsor), with a comparable rating. Additionally, CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Cornwall On Hudson), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Beacon, see our Beacon schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ROMBOUT MIDDLE SCHOOL Beacon | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beacon | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| SOUTH AVENUE SCHOOL Beacon | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| SARGENT SCHOOL Beacon | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| GLENHAM SCHOOL Fishkill | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| HORIZON-ON-THE-HUDSON SCHOOL Newburgh | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| BALMVILLE SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.0 mi | 3.2 |
| NORA CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMY Newburgh | 3.1 mi | 5.3 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.1 mi | 4.7 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.1 mi | 4.8 |
| SAN MIGUEL ACADEMY OF NEWBURGH Newburgh | 3.2 mi | 6.4 |
| GIDNEY AVENUE MEMORIAL SCHOOL Newburgh | 3.1 mi | 2.9 |
| NEWBURGH FREE ACADEMY Newburgh | 3.3 mi | 7.3 |
| FISHKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| NEW WINDSOR SCHOOL New Windsor | 3.8 mi | 7.6 |
| THE RANDOLPH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.4 mi | 6.9 |
| FOSTERTOWN SCHOOL Newburgh | 4.8 mi | 7.3 |
| CORNWALL-ON-HUDSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cornwall On Hudson | 5.5 mi | 7.5 |
| WAPPINGERS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.6 mi | 5.4 |
| BLOOMING GROVE ACADEMY LLC New Windsor | 5.1 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12508 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$88,510
Median Home Value
$401,500
Median Rent
$1,700/mo
Population
19,519
College Educated
41.5%
Homeownership
57.9%
Avg Commute
38.9 min
Poverty Rate
8.2%
Median Age
41.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CITY HONORS SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 8.1 |
| CORNWALL CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL New Windsor, NY | 8.1 |
| GEORGE WESTINGHOUSE CAREER AND TECHNICAL ED HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.1 |
| HIGH SCHOOL-CONSTRUCTION TRADES ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE Ozone Park, NY | 8.1 |
| MOUNT VERNON HIGH SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 8.1 |
| NIAGARA-WHEATFIELD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Sanborn, NY | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Beacon High School
What grades does Beacon High School serve?
Beacon High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Beacon High School?
Beacon High School has an enrollment of approximately 830 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Beacon High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Beacon High School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Beacon High School rank in NY?
Beacon High School ranks #605 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Beacon High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Beacon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Beacon High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Beacon High School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).
Is Beacon High School a charter school?
No, Beacon High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Beacon High School a Title I school?
No, Beacon High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beacon High School?
43.1% of students at Beacon High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 830
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 81
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 43.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.1%
- Phone
- (845) 838-6900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 89.0%
Resources & Links
District
BEACON CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,635
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,127
- District Rank
- #2 of 6
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