Ramapo High School is a comprehensive four-year public high school in the East Ramapo Central School District, serving 9th to 12th grade students. It is located at 400 Viola Road in Ramapo, New York in Rockland County.
Serving 1,655 students in grades 9-12, Ramapo High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 98% 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: 1,655 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ramapo High School's student population of 1,655 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 121 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,655 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
121 teachers
Colors
Green, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Rankings
Ramapo High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ramapo High School is 0.39, 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
#1673 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
76%
30%
Black
20%
16%
White
2%
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
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Gryphon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ramapo High School's ranking?
Ramapo High School is ranked #1673 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Ramapo High School often compared to?
Ramapo High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Valley High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ramapo High School?
The graduation rate of Ramapo High School is 86%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Ramapo High School?
1,655 students attend Ramapo High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Ramapo High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ramapo High School?
Ramapo High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Ramapo High School offer ?
Ramapo High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ramapo High School part of?
Ramapo High School is part of East Ramapo Central School District (Spring Valley).
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