Serving 1,572 students in grades 9-12, Port Chester Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,572 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Port Chester Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Port Chester Senior High School's student population of 1,572 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Mascot
Rams
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,572 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Rankings
Port Chester Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Port Chester Senior High School is 0.29, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#662 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
84%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
10%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Port Chester Senior High School's ranking?
Port Chester Senior High School is ranked #662 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Port Chester Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Port Chester Senior High School is 86%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Port Chester Senior High School?
1,572 students attend Port Chester Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Port Chester Senior High School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Port Chester Senior High School?
Port Chester Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Port Chester Senior High School offer ?
Port Chester Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Port Chester Senior High School part of?
Port Chester Senior High School is part of Port Chester-Rye Union Free School District.
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