Excellent
#746 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 16% in state
Wallkill Senior High School
High School · WALLKILL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
PO BOX 310, Wallkill, NY 12589
Enrollment
983
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
983
Student-Teacher
12.9:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#746 of 4,742
In Wallkill
#1 of 5
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
WALLKILL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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About Wallkill Senior High School
Wallkill Senior High School is a public high school in Wallkill, NY, part of WALLKILL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Wallkill Senior High School serves approximately 983 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Wallkill Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #746 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Wallkill Senior High School show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Wallkill 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.
33% of students at Wallkill 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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Wallkill Senior High School — Students at Wallkill Senior High School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 55%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
40.7%
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: 8.5/10.
How Wallkill Senior High School Compares
See how Wallkill 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
PO BOX 310, Wallkill, NY 12589
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wallkill Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. VALLEY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 6.5 miles away, in nearby Montgomery), with a very similar rating. Another option is OSTRANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, PLATTEKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 4.8 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wallkill, see our Wallkill schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| OSTRANDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wallkill | 0.4 mi | 7.4 |
| JOHN G BORDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Wallkill | 0.6 mi | 6.2 |
| MOST PRECIOUS BLOOD SCHOOL Walden | 3.0 mi | 5.7 |
| WALDEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Walden | 3.7 mi | 4.6 |
| GROWING CIRCLE MONTESSORI Gardiner | 4.8 mi | — |
| CHAPEL FIELD CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Pine Bush | 4.1 mi | 6.6 |
| BEREA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montgomery | 5.9 mi | 5.6 |
| LEPTONDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wallkill | 4.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PLATTEKILL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Wallkill | 4.8 mi | 6.8 |
| EAST COLDENHAM ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newburgh | 6.2 mi | 4.1 |
| VALLEY CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Montgomery | 6.5 mi | 8.0 |
| VALLEY CENTRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL Montgomery | 6.5 mi | 6.5 |
| MONTGOMERY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Montgomery | 7.3 mi | 5.0 |
| MEADOW HILL SCHOOL Newburgh | 7.3 mi | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI OF NEW PALTZ New Paltz | 7.7 mi | — |
| LENAPE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL New Paltz | 7.9 mi | 6.6 |
| OVER THE MOON Pine Bush | 6.7 mi | — |
| GARDNERTOWN LEADERSHIP ACADEMY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Newburgh | 7.7 mi | 3.6 |
| E J RUSSELL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Pine Bush | 6.9 mi | 4.0 |
| CRISPELL MIDDLE SCHOOL Pine Bush | 7.0 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 12589 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,214
Median Home Value
$342,400
Median Rent
$1,149/mo
Population
19,639
College Educated
22.9%
Homeownership
77.1%
Avg Commute
33.6 min
Poverty Rate
27.2%
Median Age
40.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wallkill Senior High School
What grades does Wallkill Senior High School serve?
Wallkill Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Wallkill Senior High School?
Wallkill Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 983 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wallkill Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wallkill Senior High School is 12.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wallkill Senior High School rank in NY?
Wallkill Senior High School ranks #746 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Wallkill Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wallkill 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 Wallkill Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wallkill Senior High School has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Wallkill Senior High School a charter school?
No, Wallkill Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wallkill Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Wallkill Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wallkill Senior High School?
40.7% of students at Wallkill 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
- 983
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 40.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Ulster County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.5%
- Phone
- (845) 895-7150
- 4-Year Graduation
- 94.0%
Resources & Links
District
WALLKILL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,818
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,334
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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