Nanuet Senior High School is a public high school located in Nanuet, New York. It is formally known as "Nanuet Senior High School: The John P. Burke Building," named after the school's long-time principal. The Nanuet Senior High School houses grades 9–12.
Serving 761 students in grades 9-12, Nanuet Senior High School ranks in the top 10% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 761 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nanuet 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
Diversity
School Overview
Nanuet Senior High School's student population of 761 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 42% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
761 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
Nanuet Senior High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nanuet Senior High School is 0.71, 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
#270 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
33%
30%
Black
10%
16%
White
40%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nanuet Senior High School's ranking?
Nanuet Senior High School is ranked #270 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Nanuet Senior High School often compared to?
Nanuet Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Clarkstown South Senior High School, Pearl River High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nanuet Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Nanuet Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Nanuet Senior High School?
761 students attend Nanuet Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Nanuet Senior High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Nanuet Senior High School?
Nanuet Senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Nanuet Senior High School offer ?
Nanuet Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nanuet Senior High School part of?
Nanuet Senior High School is part of Nanuet Union Free School District.
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