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#96 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 2% in state

Croton-harmon High School

High School · CROTON-HARMON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

36 OLD POST RD S, Croton-on-hudson, NY 10520

Enrollment

508

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

9.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#96 of 4,742

In Croton-on-hudson

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

CROTON-HARMON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Croton-harmon High School

9.0/10

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

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About Croton-harmon High School

Croton-harmon High School is a public high school in Croton-on-hudson, NY, part of CROTON-HARMON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Croton-harmon High School serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Croton-harmon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #96 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Croton-harmon High School show 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares2.0 pts above NY schools
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.13 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 Proficiency84.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency91% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)64% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+27.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile91th
College Readiness8.6Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation39.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,151
Chronic Absenteeism5.5%

Croton-harmon High School — Students at Croton-harmon High School score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 64%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 96.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 94.7% (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
87%
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
84.5%
2021*
Math
97.5%
ELA
84.5%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Croton-harmon High School Compares

See how Croton-harmon High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
98th percentile in NY
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
29
14 boys' · 15 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
16%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
47 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
39.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics29sports offered
14 boys'·15 girls'·46 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

36 OLD POST RD S, Croton-on-hudson, NY 10520

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Croton-harmon High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Cortlandt Manor), with a comparable rating. Another option is HENDRICK HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Montrose), with a comparable rating. Additionally, OSSINING HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Ossining), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Croton-on-hudson, see our Croton-on-hudson schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.0 mi
School Distance Rating
PIERRE VAN CORTLANDT SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 0.2 mi 7.9
HOLY NAME OF MARY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 0.2 mi
CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 0.4 mi 7.7
ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Ossining 1.6 mi 6.0
ANNE M DORNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Ossining 2.5 mi 6.0
CLAREMONT SCHOOL Ossining 2.7 mi 5.7
OSSINING HIGH SCHOOL Ossining 3.4 mi 8.0
FURNACE WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 3.7 mi 8.7
ROOSEVELT SCHOOL Ossining 3.3 mi 4.8
BLUE MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 3.8 mi 6.8
PARK SCHOOL Ossining 3.7 mi 7.6
BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Ossining 3.4 mi 7.9
OHR HAMEIR SEMINARY - TIFERETH ISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL Courtland Manor 4.3 mi 4.8
LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Congers 4.1 mi 7.1
HENDRICK HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL Montrose 4.3 mi 8.6
FRANK G LINDSEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montrose 4.3 mi 6.9
WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 5.1 mi 8.7
CLEAR VIEW SCHOOL DAY TREATMENT Briarcliff Manor 5.3 mi 7.4
WOODSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill 5.3 mi 6.0
BUCHANAN-VERPLANCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Buchanan 5.0 mi 6.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10520 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$140,018

Median Home Value

$669,900

Median Rent

$1,938/mo

Population

12,208

College Educated

63%

Homeownership

69.4%

Avg Commute

44.1 min

Poverty Rate

4.7%

Median Age

49.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Croton-harmon High School

What grades does Croton-harmon High School serve?

Croton-harmon High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Croton-harmon High School?

Croton-harmon High School has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Croton-harmon High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Croton-harmon High School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Croton-harmon High School rank in NY?

Croton-harmon High School ranks #96 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Croton-harmon High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Croton-harmon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Croton-harmon High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Croton-harmon High School has 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Croton-harmon High School a charter school?

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

Is Croton-harmon High School a Title I school?

No, Croton-harmon High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Croton-harmon High School?

15.7% of students at Croton-harmon 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
67 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
47
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.5%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

CROTON-HARMON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
1,583
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,151
District Rank
#1 of 3

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