Serving 1,094 students in grades 9-12, Mount Vernon 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 54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,094 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 65% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mount Vernon High School's student population of 1,094 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,094 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mount Vernon 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 Mount Vernon High School is 0.46, 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
#2039 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
70%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
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 #2039 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?
54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mount Vernon High School?
The graduation rate of Mount Vernon High School is 65%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mount Vernon High School?
1,094 students attend Mount Vernon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Mount Vernon High School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mount Vernon High School?
Mount Vernon High School has a student ration of 14:1, 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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