Below Average
#4146 of 4,742 schools in NY
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School
High School · TACONIC HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
73 COUNTY RTE 11A, Craryville, NY 12521
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
494
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4,146 of 4,742
In Craryville
#2 of 2
public schools
In district
#2 of 2
TACONIC HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
7.6 / 10
Very Good
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About Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School is a public high school in Craryville, NY, part of TACONIC HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School serves approximately 494 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #4,146 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School show 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
36% of students at Taconic Hillsjunior/senior 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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Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School — Students at Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School score 31% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
50.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 32 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: 1.5/10.
How Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School Compares
See how Taconic Hillsjunior/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
73 COUNTY RTE 11A, Craryville, NY 12521
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CHATHAM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 13.2 miles away, in nearby Chatham), which scores notably higher. Another option is HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 10.8 miles away, in nearby Hudson), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BERKSHIRE SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 10.2 miles away, in nearby Sheffield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Craryville, see our Craryville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 16.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| TACONIC HILLS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Craryville | 0.0 mi | 6.7 |
| HAWTHORNE VALLEY SCHOOL Ghent | 6.9 mi | 4.4 |
| BROOKWOOD SECURE CENTER FOR YOUTH Claverack | 8.4 mi | — |
| South Egremont Sheffield | 9.5 mi | — |
| MARY E DARDESS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Chatham | 13.1 mi | 4.7 |
| CHATHAM HIGH SCHOOL Chatham | 13.2 mi | 8.2 |
| CHATHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL Chatham | 13.2 mi | 6.7 |
| BERKSHIRE SCHOOL Sheffield | 10.2 mi | 7.2 |
| BERKSHIRE WALDORF SCHOOL Great Barrington | 9.9 mi | 5.2 |
| HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL Hudson | 10.8 mi | 7.7 |
| HUDSON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hudson | 10.8 mi | 6.8 |
| STISSING MOUNTAIN JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Pine Plains | 13.3 mi | 5.2 |
| MONTGOMERY C SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hudson | 10.9 mi | 4.7 |
| SEYMOUR SMITH INTERMEDIATE LEARNING CENTER Pine Plains | 13.7 mi | 6.1 |
| BARD ACADEMY AT SIMONS ROCK Great Barrington | 11.5 mi | 6.6 |
| Undermountain Sheffield | 12.4 mi | 8.0 |
| Mt Everett Regional Sheffield | 12.4 mi | 6.7 |
| EDWARD J ARTHUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Athens | 12.8 mi | 5.9 |
| BERKSHIRE MEADOWS Housatonic | 12.5 mi | — |
| Salisbury Central School Lakeville | 16.1 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12521 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,208
Median Home Value
$327,800
Median Rent
$1,571/mo
Population
1,874
College Educated
38.5%
Homeownership
92.4%
Avg Commute
26.3 min
Poverty Rate
8.7%
Median Age
51.5
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| FALLSBURG JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fallsburg, NY | 4.2 |
| MEDINA JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Medina, NY | 4.2 |
| HORNELL JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hornell, NY | 4.3 |
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| NEWARK VALLEY SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Newark Valley, NY | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School
What grades does Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School serve?
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School?
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 494 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School rank in NY?
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School ranks #4,146 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School has 52% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School a charter school?
No, Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School a Title I school?
No, Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Taconic Hillsjunior/senior High School?
50.2% of students at Taconic Hillsjunior/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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 494
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 50
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 50.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Columbia County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.0%
- Phone
- (518) 325-2841
- 4-Year Graduation
- 77.0%
Resources & Links
District
TACONIC HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,053
- Schools in District
- 2
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,568
- District Rank
- #2 of 2
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