Excellent
#225 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 5% in state
Walter Panas High School
High School · LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
300 CROTON AVE, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
Enrollment
916
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
916
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
8.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#225 of 4,742
In Cortlandt Manor
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 8
LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Walter Panas High School
Walter Panas High School is a public high school in Cortlandt Manor, NY, part of LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Walter Panas High School serves approximately 916 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Walter Panas High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #225 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Walter Panas High School show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.7 · Excellent
- District avg 8.6
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Walter Panas High School — Students at Walter Panas High School score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.4%
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 Walter Panas High School Compares
See how Walter Panas 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
300 CROTON AVE, Cortlandt Manor, NY 10567
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Walter Panas High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Yorktown Heights), with a very similar rating. Another option is LAKELAND HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Shrub Oak), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PUTNAM VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Putnam Valley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Cortlandt Manor, see our Cortlandt Manor schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crompond | 1.4 mi | 7.1 |
| OHR HAMEIR SEMINARY - TIFERETH ISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL Courtland Manor | 1.7 mi | 4.8 |
| BLUE MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor | 1.9 mi | 6.8 |
| VAN CORTLANDTVILLE SCHOOL Mohegan Lake | 2.4 mi | 5.7 |
| FURNACE WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor | 2.1 mi | 8.7 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake | 3.1 mi | 8.4 |
| LAKELAND HIGH SCHOOL Shrub Oak | 3.3 mi | 8.6 |
| CROMPOND SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
| HILLCREST SCHOOL Peekskill | 2.9 mi | 4.7 |
| ST COLUMBANUS SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor | 3.3 mi | 6.9 |
| PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Putnam Valley | 3.9 mi | 7.3 |
| YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.0 mi | 8.9 |
| PUTNAM VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Putnam Valley | 4.0 mi | 8.0 |
| MOHANSIC SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.1 mi | 9.4 |
| BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.8 mi | 6.7 |
| MILDRED E STRANG MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.1 mi | 7.0 |
| PEEKSKILL HIGH SCHOOL Peekskill | 3.1 mi | 7.2 |
| LAKELAND-COPPER BEECH MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights | 3.7 mi | 7.3 |
| URIAH HILL SCHOOL Peekskill | 3.4 mi | 4.6 |
| WOODSIDE SCHOOL Peekskill | 3.3 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10567 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$152,334
Median Home Value
$532,600
Median Rent
$1,913/mo
Population
20,260
College Educated
51.4%
Homeownership
92.8%
Avg Commute
41.3 min
Poverty Rate
4.5%
Median Age
42.5
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CAMDEN SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Camden, NY | 8.7 |
| CHURCHVILLE-CHILI SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Churchville, NY | 8.7 |
| HARBORFIELDS HIGH SCHOOL Greenlawn, NY | 8.7 |
| NYACK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Nyack, NY | 8.7 |
| PALMYRA-MACEDON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Palmyra, NY | 8.7 |
| SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL-WEST Smithtown, NY | 8.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Walter Panas High School
What grades does Walter Panas High School serve?
Walter Panas High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Walter Panas High School?
Walter Panas High School has an enrollment of approximately 916 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Walter Panas High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Walter Panas 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 Walter Panas High School rank in NY?
Walter Panas High School ranks #225 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Walter Panas High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Walter Panas High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 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 Walter Panas High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Walter Panas High School has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Walter Panas High School a charter school?
No, Walter Panas High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Walter Panas High School a Title I school?
No, Walter Panas High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Walter Panas High School?
33.4% of students at Walter Panas 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
- 916
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 74
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 8.2%
- Phone
- (914) 739-2823
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,422
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,251
- District Rank
- #1 of 8
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