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#132 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 3% in state

Byram Hills High School

High School · BYRAM HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

12 TRIPP LN, Armonk, NY 10504

Enrollment

740

Student-Teacher

9:1

Score

8.9

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#132 of 4,742

In Armonk

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

BYRAM HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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8.9/10

High School in Armonk · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Byram Hills High School

Byram Hills High School is a public high school in Armonk, NY, part of BYRAM HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Byram Hills High School serves approximately 740 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9:1 student-teacher ratio. Byram Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #132 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Byram Hills High School show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 99% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.9 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

At 9:1 students to teachers, Byram Hills High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Byram Hills High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.47 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency95% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency86% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+17.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College Readiness8.9Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation47%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment10.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$40,282

Byram Hills High School — Students at Byram Hills High School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 95.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 98.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2010
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
91%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2018
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2019
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
95%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
95%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How Byram Hills High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
97th percentile in NY
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
10.0/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
28
13 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
47% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics28sports offered
13 boys'·15 girls'·41 teams (incl. JV)·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

12 TRIPP LN, Armonk, NY 10504

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Byram Hills High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HORACE GREELEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Chappaqua), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Thornwood), with a very similar rating. Additionally, FOX LANE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Bedford), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Armonk, see our Armonk schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
COMAN HILL SCHOOL Armonk 0.8 mi 8.0
H C CRITTENDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Armonk 1.0 mi 8.7
WAMPUS SCHOOL Armonk 1.1 mi 8.5
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS ROOM Armonk 1.8 mi
WHITBY SCHOOL Greenwich 2.4 mi 7.6
Parkway School Greenwich 2.5 mi 9.4
FOX LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bedford 3.9 mi 6.2
FOX LANE HIGH SCHOOL Bedford 4.0 mi 8.6
DOUGLAS G GRAFFLIN SCHOOL Chappaqua 3.8 mi 8.8
THE KARAFIN SCHOOL Mount Kisco 4.6 mi 6.9
MOUNT KISCO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Kisco 5.1 mi 4.1
HORACE GREELEY HIGH SCHOOL Chappaqua 4.5 mi 9.3
WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL Thornwood 4.3 mi 8.7
WESTLAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Thornwood 4.3 mi 7.5
WEST PATENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford Hills 5.7 mi 7.4
MOUNT PLEASANT-COTTAGE SCHOOL Pleasantville 4.4 mi 7.1
EDENWALD SCHOOL Pleasantville 4.4 mi 6.1
EF ACADEMY INTERNATIONAL BOARDING SCHOOL Thornwood 4.5 mi 7.2
ROBERT E BELL SCHOOL Chappaqua 4.5 mi 8.3
BEDFORD VILLAGE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bedford 5.6 mi 7.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10504 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$247,433

Median Home Value

$1,150,700

Median Rent

$1,910/mo

Population

7,853

College Educated

81.1%

Homeownership

94.9%

Avg Commute

37.8 min

Poverty Rate

4.2%

Median Age

42.9

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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
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LOCUST VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Locust Valley, NY 8.9
PITTSFORD SUTHERLAND HIGH SCHOOL Pittsford, NY 8.9
PITTSFORD-MENDON HIGH SCHOOL Pittsford, NY 8.9
PLEASANTVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Pleasantville, NY 8.9
SAYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL West Sayville, NY 8.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Byram Hills High School

What grades does Byram Hills High School serve?

Byram Hills High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Byram Hills High School?

Byram Hills High School has an enrollment of approximately 740 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Byram Hills High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Byram Hills High School is 9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Byram Hills High School rank in NY?

Byram Hills High School ranks #132 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Byram Hills High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Byram Hills High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Byram Hills High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Byram Hills High School has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 99% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Byram Hills High School a charter school?

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

Is Byram Hills High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
22 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
740
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers (FTE)
82
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Westchester County
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

BYRAM HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,358
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$40,282
District Rank
#1 of 4

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