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#2180 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 46% in state
Orchard View Alternative High School
High School · WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
25 CORPORATE DR, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
61
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
6.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,180 of 4,742
In Hopewell Junction
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#6 of 15
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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Orchard View Alternative High School
High School in Hopewell Junction · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Orchard View Alternative High School
Orchard View Alternative High School is a public high school in Hopewell Junction, NY, part of WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Orchard View Alternative High School serves approximately 61 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Orchard View Alternative High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.5 out of 10 and ranks #2,180 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Orchard View Alternative High School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.5 · Average
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 61 students, Orchard View Alternative High School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
87% of students at Orchard View Alternative High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Orchard View Alternative High School — Students at Orchard View Alternative High School score 58% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
45.9%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.5/10.
How Orchard View Alternative High School Compares
See how Orchard View Alternative 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
25 CORPORATE DR, Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Orchard View Alternative High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. JOHN JAY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 4.9 miles away, in nearby Wappingers Falls), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hopewell Junction, see our Hopewell Junction schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOHN JAY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| BRINCKERHOFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 1.5 mi | 7.1 |
| BETHEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Hopewell Junction | 2.6 mi | — |
| ST DENIS-ST COLUMBA SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 3.5 mi | 5.1 |
| GAYHEAD SCHOOL Hopewell Junction | 3.3 mi | 6.6 |
| FISHKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.1 mi | 5.2 |
| FISHKILL PLAINS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 4.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Fishkill | 3.6 mi | 4.8 |
| MYERS CORNERS SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 4.6 mi | 5.7 |
| VAN WYCK JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 4.9 mi | 5.8 |
| ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 4.9 mi | 7.9 |
| GLENHAM SCHOOL Fishkill | 4.7 mi | 6.3 |
| JAMES S EVANS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.2 mi | 4.4 |
| WAPPINGERS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.3 mi | 5.4 |
| THE RANDOLPH SCHOOL Wappingers Falls | 5.4 mi | 6.9 |
| NOXON ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 7.6 mi | 7.1 |
| VASSAR ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 7.7 mi | 3.5 |
| KINRY ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 7.8 mi | 4.6 |
| OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Poughkeepsie | 7.6 mi | 5.0 |
| J V FORRESTAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Beacon | 6.3 mi | 8.2 |
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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Orchard View Alternative High School
What grades does Orchard View Alternative High School serve?
Orchard View Alternative High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Orchard View Alternative High School?
Orchard View Alternative High School has an enrollment of approximately 61 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Orchard View Alternative High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Orchard View Alternative High School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Orchard View Alternative High School rank in NY?
Orchard View Alternative High School ranks #2,180 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Orchard View Alternative High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Orchard View Alternative 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 Orchard View Alternative High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Orchard View Alternative High School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 66% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Orchard View Alternative High School a charter school?
No, Orchard View Alternative High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Orchard View Alternative High School a Title I school?
No, Orchard View Alternative High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Orchard View Alternative High School?
45.9% of students at Orchard View Alternative 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 61
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 6
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 45.9%
- Type
- alternative
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Dutchess County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 86.9%
- Phone
- (845) 298-5005
- 4-Year Graduation
- 69.5%
Resources & Links
District
WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 10,614
- Schools in District
- 15
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $24,771
- District Rank
- #6 of 15
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