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#1412 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 30% in state

North Rockland High School

High School · HAVERSTRAW-STONY POINT CSD (NORTH ROCKLAND)

PO BOX 495, Thiells, NY 10984

Enrollment

2,683

Student-Teacher

15.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,412 of 4,742

In Thiells

#1 of 4

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

HAVERSTRAW-STONY POINT CSD (NORTH ROCKLAND)

Equity

9.0 / 10

Excellent

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North Rockland High School

7.3/10

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

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About North Rockland High School

North Rockland High School is a public high school in Thiells, NY, part of HAVERSTRAW-STONY POINT CSD (NORTH ROCKLAND). North Rockland High School serves approximately 2,683 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.2:1 student-teacher ratio. North Rockland High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,412 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for North Rockland High School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

What's said publicly about North Rockland High School

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

North Rockland High School (NRHS) is a public, co-educational institution located in Thiells, New York 2 . It serves students in grades 9 through 12 from the northern section of Rockland County 2 . The school is the only high school within the North Rockland Central School District 2 . The building has a distinct history, having previously served as an education center for the nearby Letchworth Village mental institution 2 . It transitioned to a public high school in the 1970s, a change that followed the expansion of the Willowbrook State School in Staten Island 2 . Recent activities include "Raider Ready Day," during which sophomores visited 22 local colleges to explore post-secondary options 1 .
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How it compares0.3 pts above NY schools
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

North Rockland High School is a large school: 2,683 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.5Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.61 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+26.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
College Readiness5.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation12.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,583
Chronic Absenteeism13.2%

North Rockland High School — Students at North Rockland High School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 88.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 91.3% (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
97%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
97%
2012
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
44%
ELA
80%
2014
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
94%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
93%
ELA
97%
2017
Math
89%
ELA
97%
2018
Math
91%
ELA
97%
2019
Math
91%
ELA
97%
2020*
Math
86%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
86%
ELA
67%

* 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: 7.5/10.

How North Rockland High School Compares

See how North Rockland High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
70th percentile in NY
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
7.5/10
Very Good
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
56%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
176 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
12.6% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·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

PO BOX 495, Thiells, NY 10984

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Rockland High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby New City), which scores slightly higher. Another option is LITTLE TOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby New City), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, WOODGLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby New City), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Thiells, see our Thiells schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
THIELLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thiells 0.4 mi 3.6
FIELDSTONE MIDDLE SCHOOL Thiells 0.7 mi 4.8
WILLOW GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Thiells 0.8 mi 5.2
ST GREGORY BARBARIGO SCHOOL Garnerville 0.8 mi 6.0
JAMES A FARLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stony Point 1.2 mi 5.3
WEST HAVERSTRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Haverstraw 1.7 mi 4.5
STONY POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Stony Point 2.1 mi 3.8
OHR CHADASH OF MONSEY Pomona 3.1 mi
HAVERSTRAW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Haverstraw 2.8 mi 4.0
WOODGLEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 3.6 mi 7.2
BAIS YAAKOV CHOFETZ CHAIM OF POMONA Pomona 3.3 mi 5.2
THE HEBREW ACADEMY OHR MENACHEM-CHABAD New City 3.7 mi 6.9
SUMMIT PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 4.0 mi 3.7
ATERES BAIS YAAKOV ACADEMY OF ROCKLAND Spring Valley 3.9 mi 6.0
POMONA MIDDLE SCHOOL Suffern 3.9 mi 3.7
LITTLE TOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 4.4 mi 7.7
ADOLPH SCHREIBER HEBREW ACADEMY New City 4.5 mi 5.1
CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL New City 4.6 mi 7.9
ROCKLAND COUNTY SHERIFFS DEPARTMENT New City 4.8 mi
NEW CITY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New City 4.7 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10984 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$109,583

Median Home Value

$541,700

Median Rent

$1,726/mo

Population

2,760

College Educated

37.9%

Homeownership

91.4%

Avg Commute

30.5 min

Poverty Rate

2.4%

Median Age

36.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Rockland High School

What grades does North Rockland High School serve?

North Rockland High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North Rockland High School?

North Rockland High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,683 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Rockland High School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Rockland High School is 15.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Rockland High School rank in NY?

North Rockland High School ranks #1,412 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is North Rockland High School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Rockland High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 North Rockland High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Rockland High School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is North Rockland High School a charter school?

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

Is North Rockland High School a Title I school?

No, North Rockland High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for North Rockland High School?

55.6% of students at North Rockland 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
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
39 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,683
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
176
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Rockland County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.2%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

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