Serving 1,596 students in grades 9-12, Roy C Ketcham Senior High School ranks in the top 10% 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 93% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (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 46% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,596 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 93% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School's student population of 1,596 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Storm
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,596 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Year Founded
1962
School Colors
Red, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Roy C Ketcham Senior High School is 0.62, 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
#374 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
29%
30%
Black
10%
16%
White
54%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Roy C Ketcham Senior High School's ranking?
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School is ranked #374 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Roy C Ketcham Senior High School often compared to?
Roy C Ketcham Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John Jay Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
93% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roy C Ketcham Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Roy C Ketcham Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Roy C Ketcham Senior High School?
1,596 students attend Roy C Ketcham Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Roy C Ketcham Senior High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roy C Ketcham Senior High School?
Roy C Ketcham 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 Roy C Ketcham Senior High School offer ?
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roy C Ketcham Senior High School part of?
Roy C Ketcham Senior High School is part of Wappingers Central School District.
School Reviews
5 4/22/2020
Being a student at Roy C. Ketcham High School has allowed me to be a part of an amazing community. The teachers here genuinely care about their students, seen as how they all have had to adapt to online learning due to COVID-19 this school year. The school holds many events throughout the year, ranging from college and career fairs to prom and homecoming and the annual Bonfire. Ketcham has a lot of technology that is used in classes, which I found to really benefit my fellow classmates and I, allowing us to achieve above and beyond, ranging from Chromebook and smart boards to the makerspace, computer lab, and library that are loaded with different technological tools to help all the students achieve academic success. Ketcham has definitely taught me many lessons and given me experiences that I will take with me for the rest of my life.
5 9/26/2007
It should not come as a shock to anyone that Roy C. Ketcham High School has been one of the top public schools in Dutchess County for numerous years. The school offers many academic programs such as Advanced Placement and Honors classes. As an incentive to get "good grades" students are given cards to use at specific resturants and companies for different prizes. This facility is one filled with teachers who care deeply about their students and their students' education. And although the security cameras which were installed a few years ago come off as an invasion of privacy, as a student myself I feel I couldn't possibly be more safe. The availability of after school activities is abundant, there is something for everyone. Being one of the top schools does mean that parents are involved with their students' high school career. I would highly recommend this school. I have learned so much at this institution. I've learned not only my school subjects but about life and most of all from my teachers I've learned to love learning.
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