Serving 1,249 students in grades 9-12, Mount Vernon High School ranks in the bottom 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 54% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,249 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 60% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Vernon High School's student population of 1,249 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,249 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mount Vernon High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mount Vernon High School is 0.42, 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
#2310 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
22%
29%
Black
73%
16%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60%
85%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mount Vernon High School's ranking?
Mount Vernon High School is ranked #2310 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mount Vernon High School?
The graduation rate of Mount Vernon High School is 60%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Mount Vernon High School?
1,249 students attend Mount Vernon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Mount Vernon High School students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Vernon High School?
Mount Vernon High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mount Vernon High School offer ?
Mount Vernon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mount Vernon High School part of?
Mount Vernon High School is part of Mount Vernon School District.
In what neighborhood is Mount Vernon High School located?
Mount Vernon High School is located in the North Side neighborhood of Mount Vernon, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in North Side.
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