Top Rankings
Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Highest overall rank (Top 5%)
Math Proficiency
Highest math proficiency (Top 10%)
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 5%)
Science Proficiency
Highest science proficiency (Top 20%)
For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public schools serving 1,579 students in Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District. This district's average testing ranking is 10/10, which is in the top 5% of public schools in New York.
Public Schools in Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District have an average math proficiency score of 85% (versus the New York public school average of 52%), and reading proficiency score of 80% (versus the 49% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (NY)
# Schools
3 Schools
4,813 Schools
# Students
1,579 Students
2,506,610 Students
# Teachers
158 Teachers
217,085 Teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
10:1
Student By Grade
District Rank
Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District, which is ranked #41 of all 1,008 school districts in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2022-2023 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 95% has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#32 out of 1017 school districts
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
78%
Graduation Rate
(21-22)≥95%
87%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.49
0.72
% American Indian
n/a
1%
% Asian
5%
10%
% Hispanic
14%
30%
% Black
2%
15%
% White
70%
40%
% Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
% Two or more races
9%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
District Revenue and Spending
The revenue/student of $33,348 is higher than the state median of $31,333. The school district revenue/student has grown by 8% over four school years.
The school district's spending/student of $35,861 is higher than the state median of $32,210. The school district spending/student has grown by 16% over four school years.
Total Revenue
$53 MM
$78,541 MM
Spending
$57 MM
$80,737 MM
Revenue / Student
$33,348
$31,333
Spending / Student
$35,861
$32,210
Best Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District Public Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Hillside Elementary School
(Math: 88% | Reading: 88%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
120 Lefurgy Ave
Hastings On Hudson, NY 10706
(914) 478-6270
Hastings On Hudson, NY 10706
(914) 478-6270
Gr: K-5 | 546 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 31%
Rank: #22.
Hastings High School
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: ≥80%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
1 Mt Hope Blvd
Hastings On Hudson, NY 10706
(914) 478-6250
Hastings On Hudson, NY 10706
(914) 478-6250
Gr: 9-12 | 504 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 28%
Rank: #33.
Farragut Middle School
(Math: 84% | Reading: 76%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
27 Farragut Ave
Hastings On Hudson, NY 10706
(914) 478-6230
Hastings On Hudson, NY 10706
(914) 478-6230
Gr: 5-8 | 529 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 32%
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools belong to Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District?
Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District manages 3 public schools serving 1,579 students.
What is the rank of Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District?
Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District is ranked #41 out of 1,008 school districts in New York (top 5%) based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data for the 2022-2023 school year. This district ranks in the top 20% of New York school districts for: Highest overall rank (Top 5%), Highest math proficiency (Top 10%), Highest reading/language arts proficiency (Top 5%) and Highest science proficiency (Top 20%)
What is the racial composition of students in Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District?
70% of Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student/teacher ratio of Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District?
Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District has a student/teacher ratio of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What is Hastings-On-Hudson Union Free School District's spending/student ratio?
The school district's spending/student of $35,861 is higher than the state median of $32,210. The school district spending/student has grown by 16% over four school years.
Recent Articles
Year-Round Schooling in 2026: Updated Parent Guide
Explore the latest 2026 data, trends, costs, and parent planning tips in the ongoing debate over year-round schooling vs the traditional calendar.
No Child Left Behind: Past, Present, and Future of U.S. School Policy
Explore how No Child Left Behind evolved into ESSA, what it means for 2025‑26 schooling, and what parents need to know about testing, admissions planning, and funding.
Understanding Public School Fees & Optional Costs Guide
Discover what public school fees are required versus optional, with 2026 updates for parents, students, and educators on budgeting and planning.
