North Rockland High School is public, co-educational high school located in Thiells, New York, serving 9th to 12th grade students from the northern section of Rockland County, in southern New York. The building was formerly used as an education center for the nearby Letchworth Village mental institution.
Serving 2,683 students in grades 9-12, North Rockland High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% 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: 2,683 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Rockland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Rockland High School's student population of 2,683 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 176 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,683 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
176 teachers
Colors
White, Red
School Rankings
North Rockland High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Rockland High School is 0.55, 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
#1452 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
63%
30%
Black
14%
16%
White
19%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Black Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Rockland High School's ranking?
North Rockland High School is ranked #1452 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Rockland High School?
The graduation rate of North Rockland High School is 91%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Rockland High School?
2,683 students attend North Rockland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of North Rockland High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Rockland High School?
North Rockland High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Rockland High School offer ?
North Rockland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Rockland High School part of?
North Rockland High School is part of Haverstraw-Stony Point Csd (North Rockland) School District.
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