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#2149 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 45% in state

Chester Academy-middle/high School

High School · CHESTER UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

64 HAMBLETONIAN AVE, Chester, NY 10918

Enrollment

536

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

6.5

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,149 of 4,742

In Chester

#1 of 2

public schools

In district

#1 of 2

CHESTER UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Chester Academy-middle/high School

6.5/10

High School in Chester · grades 6th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Chester Academy-middle/high School

Chester Academy-middle/high School is a public high school in Chester, NY, part of CHESTER UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Chester Academy-middle/high School serves approximately 536 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Chester Academy-middle/high School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,149 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Chester Academy-middle/high School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below NY schools
  • This school 6.5 · Average
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.0Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.7 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency39.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51.7% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg-0.4 pts
Reading vs. State Avg-11.1 pts
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
College Readiness6.4Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,535
Chronic Absenteeism26.1%

Chester Academy-middle/high School — Students at Chester Academy-middle/high School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

44.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 60.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 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
92%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
78%
ELA
65%
2011
Math
79%
ELA
70%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
54%
2013
Math
43%
ELA
45%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
57%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
68%
ELA
68%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
45.5%
ELA
55.8%
2022
Math
39.2%
ELA
51.7%

* 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: 5.0/10.

How Chester Academy-middle/high School Compares

See how Chester Academy-middle/high School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.5/10
55th percentile in NY
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
5.0/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
15
6 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
44%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
26.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics15sports offered
6 boys'·9 girls'·15 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

64 HAMBLETONIAN AVE, Chester, NY 10918

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Chester Academy-middle/high School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. GOSHEN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Goshen), which scores notably higher. Another option is S S SEWARD INSTITUTE (rated 8.0/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Florida), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WASHINGTONVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 6.6 miles away, in nearby Washingtonville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Chester, see our Chester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CHESTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chester 0.2 mi 4.9
ST JOHN SCHOOL Goshen 3.6 mi 6.0
GOSHEN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Goshen 3.8 mi 4.5
C J HOOKER MIDDLE SCHOOL Goshen 3.7 mi 5.1
SCOTCHTOWN AVENUE SCHOOL Goshen 4.0 mi 7.5
GOSHEN CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Goshen 4.1 mi 8.4
ORANGE-ULSTER BOCES Goshen 4.0 mi 5.7
S S SEWARD INSTITUTE Florida 4.8 mi 8.0
NORTH MAIN STREET SCHOOL Monroe 5.3 mi 4.7
GOLDEN HILL ELEMENTARY Florida 5.4 mi 7.8
ROUND HILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Washingtonville 5.4 mi 4.3
GREENWOOD LAKE MIDDLE SCHOOL Monroe 7.1 mi 8.9
CEDARWOOD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Warwick 7.1 mi
GOSHEN SECURE CENTER Goshen 5.6 mi
ST PAUL CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CENTER Monroe 6.2 mi
KIRYA JOEL EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATIONAL CENTR Monroe 6.3 mi
WASHINGTONVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Washingtonville 6.6 mi 8.0
PINE TREE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Monroe 6.8 mi 5.1
SHERI TORAH V'YOEL MOSHE Monroe 6.6 mi 3.9
WASHINGTONVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Washingtonville 6.8 mi 5.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10918 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$147,011

Median Home Value

$424,700

Median Rent

$1,652/mo

Population

11,937

College Educated

41.1%

Homeownership

81.8%

Avg Commute

39.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.6%

Median Age

39.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Chester Academy-middle/high School

What grades does Chester Academy-middle/high School serve?

Chester Academy-middle/high School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Chester Academy-middle/high School?

Chester Academy-middle/high School has an enrollment of approximately 536 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Chester Academy-middle/high School?

The student-teacher ratio at Chester Academy-middle/high School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Chester Academy-middle/high School rank in NY?

Chester Academy-middle/high School ranks #2,149 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Chester Academy-middle/high School's MySchoolScout rating?

Chester Academy-middle/high School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 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 Chester Academy-middle/high School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Chester Academy-middle/high School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Chester Academy-middle/high School a charter school?

No, Chester Academy-middle/high School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Chester Academy-middle/high School a Title I school?

No, Chester Academy-middle/high School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chester Academy-middle/high School?

44.2% of students at Chester Academy-middle/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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
536
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
44.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Orange County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
26.1%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

CHESTER UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
981
Schools in District
2
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,535
District Rank
#1 of 2

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