Serving 317 students in grades 9-12, Rhinebeck Senior High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% 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: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rhinebeck 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Rhinebeck Senior High School's student population of 317 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Sun. Aug 31, 2025
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Motto
The Rhinebeck Central School District is dedicated to nurturing every student鈥檚 generosity of spirit, passion for learning, and success.
School Rankings
Rhinebeck Senior High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rhinebeck Senior High School is 0.32, 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
#449 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
8%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
82%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
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 Rhinebeck Senior High School's ranking?
Rhinebeck Senior High School is ranked #449 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Rhinebeck Senior High School often compared to?
Rhinebeck Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Red Hook Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Rhinebeck Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Rhinebeck Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rhinebeck Senior High School?
317 students attend Rhinebeck Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Rhinebeck Senior High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rhinebeck Senior High School?
Rhinebeck Senior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rhinebeck Senior High School offer ?
Rhinebeck Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rhinebeck Senior High School part of?
Rhinebeck Senior High School is part of Rhinebeck Central School District.
In what neighborhood is Rhinebeck Senior High School located?
Rhinebeck Senior High School is located in the Rhinebeck Village neighborhood of Rhinebeck, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Rhinebeck Village.
School Reviews
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