Excellent
#747 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 16% in state
John Jay Senior High School
High School · WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
2012 ROUTE 52, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Enrollment
1,819
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,819
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#747 of 4,742
In Hopewell Junction
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 15
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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John Jay Senior High School
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About John Jay Senior High School
John Jay Senior High School is a public high school in Hopewell Junction, NY, part of WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. John Jay Senior High School serves approximately 1,819 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. John Jay Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #747 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for John Jay Senior High School show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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John Jay Senior High School — Students at John Jay Senior High School score 97% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 9.0/10.
How John Jay Senior High School Compares
See how John Jay Senior 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
2012 ROUTE 52, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Jay Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 5.0 miles away, in nearby Wappingers Falls), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ORCHARD VIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.5/10, 0.5 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hopewell Junction, see our Hopewell Junction schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| ORCHARD VIEW ALTERNATIVE HIGH SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 0.5 mi | 6.5 |
| BRINCKERHOFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 1.8 mi | 7.1 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hopewell Junction | 2.3 mi | — |
| ST DENIS-ST COLUMBA SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| GAYHEAD SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 2.8 mi | 6.6 |
| FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| VAN WYCK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 4.6 mi | 5.8 |
| FISHKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.5 mi | 5.2 |
| MYERS CORNERS SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 4.0 mi | 4.8 |
| ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.0 mi | 7.9 |
| JAMES S EVANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.3 mi | 4.4 |
| WAPPINGERS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.4 mi | 5.4 |
| GLENHAM SCHOOL Fishkill | 5.1 mi | 6.3 |
| THE RANDOLPH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.6 mi | 6.9 |
| NOXON ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 7.3 mi | 7.1 |
| VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 7.6 mi | 3.5 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 7.7 mi | 4.6 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 7.5 mi | 5.0 |
| LAGRANGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Lagrangeville | 8.5 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12533 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$134,950
Median Home Value
$440,800
Median Rent
$1,643/mo
Population
26,770
College Educated
45.8%
Homeownership
89.9%
Avg Commute
37.9 min
Poverty Rate
4.7%
Median Age
41.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| DEER PARK HIGH SCHOOL Deer Park, NY | 8.0 |
| KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL Kingston, NY | 8.0 |
| MANHATTAN CENTER FOR SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS New York, NY | 8.0 |
| OSSINING HIGH SCHOOL Ossining, NY | 8.0 |
| SARATOGA SPRINGS HIGH SCHOOL Saratoga Springs, NY | 8.0 |
| SHAKER HIGH SCHOOL Latham, NY | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Jay Senior High School
What grades does John Jay Senior High School serve?
John Jay Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend John Jay Senior High School?
John Jay Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,819 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Jay Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Jay Senior High School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Jay Senior High School rank in NY?
John Jay Senior High School ranks #747 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is John Jay Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Jay Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 John Jay Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, John Jay Senior High School has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is John Jay Senior High School a charter school?
No, John Jay Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Jay Senior High School a Title I school?
No, John Jay Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Jay Senior High School?
25.5% of students at John Jay Senior 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,819
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 134
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 29.8%
- Phone
- (845) 897-6700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95.0%
Resources & Links
District
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,614
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,771
- District Rank
- #1 of 15
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