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#726 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 15% in state

Ossining High School

High School · OSSINING UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

29 S HIGHLAND AVE, Ossining, NY 10562

Enrollment

1,598

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

8.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#726 of 4,742

In Ossining

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

OSSINING UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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8.0/10

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About Ossining High School

Ossining High School is a public high school in Ossining, NY, part of OSSINING UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Ossining High School serves approximately 1,598 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ossining High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #726 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Ossining High School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.0 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency84% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+34.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College Readiness5.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation23.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,991
Chronic Absenteeism13%

Ossining High School — Students at Ossining High School score 84% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

57.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 87.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 89.2% (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
92%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
89%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
50%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
94%
ELA
93%
2015
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
93%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2018
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
93%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
86%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
86%
ELA
82%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Ossining High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.0/10
85th percentile in NY
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
9.4/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
22
11 boys' · 11 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
57%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
129 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
23.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics22sports offered
11 boys'·11 girls'·22 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

29 S HIGHLAND AVE, Ossining, NY 10562

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ossining High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BRIARCLIFF HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.3/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Briarcliff Manor), which scores notably higher. Another option is CROTON-HARMON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Croton-On-Hudson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Sleepy Hollow), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ossining, see our Ossining schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
PARK SCHOOL Ossining 0.4 mi 7.6
CLAREMONT SCHOOL Ossining 0.8 mi 5.7
ANNE M DORNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Ossining 1.0 mi 6.0
ROOSEVELT SCHOOL Ossining 0.8 mi 4.8
ST AUGUSTINE SCHOOL Ossining 1.8 mi 6.0
CLEAR VIEW SCHOOL DAY TREATMENT Briarcliff Manor 1.9 mi 7.4
BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Ossining 1.7 mi 7.9
TODD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor 2.4 mi 7.8
PIERRE VAN CORTLANDT SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 3.3 mi 7.9
CROTON-HARMON HIGH SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 3.4 mi 9.0
CARRIE E TOMPKINS SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 3.5 mi 7.7
HOLY NAME OF MARY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson 3.6 mi
BRIARCLIFF MIDDLE SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor 3.0 mi 8.4
BRIARCLIFF HIGH SCHOOL Briarcliff Manor 3.1 mi 9.3
POCANTICO HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL Sleepy Hollow 4.5 mi 7.8
LAKEWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Congers 3.7 mi 7.1
LIBERTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Valley Cottage 4.1 mi 6.9
W L MORSE SCHOOL Sleepy Hollow 5.2 mi 8.9
SLEEPY HOLLOW HIGH SCHOOL Sleepy Hollow 5.2 mi 8.5
SLEEPY HOLLOW MIDDLE SCHOOL North Tarrytown 5.3 mi 7.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10562 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$113,069

Median Home Value

$486,700

Median Rent

$2,118/mo

Population

33,700

College Educated

45.5%

Homeownership

61.2%

Avg Commute

36.4 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

43.3

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KINGSTON HIGH SCHOOL Kingston, NY 8.0
MANHATTAN CENTER FOR SCIENCE & MATHEMATICS New York, NY 8.0
MASPETH HIGH SCHOOL Elmhurst, NY 8.0
QUEENSBURY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Queensbury, NY 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ossining High School

What grades does Ossining High School serve?

Ossining High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Ossining High School?

Ossining High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,598 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ossining High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ossining High School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ossining High School rank in NY?

Ossining High School ranks #726 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Ossining High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ossining 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 Ossining High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ossining High School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Ossining High School a charter school?

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

Is Ossining High School a Title I school?

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

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

57.1% of students at Ossining 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
88 Very Walkable
Transit Score
44 Some Transit
Bike Score
60 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,598
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
129
Free/Reduced Lunch
57.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.0%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

District

OSSINING UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
4,993
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,991
District Rank
#1 of 6

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