At a glance
Reported students
1,749
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
147.11
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
11.9:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York high enrollment
95th percentile
Compared with 1,188 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
361
Kingston High School: 1,749 reported students.
State peer staffing position
68th percentile
11.9:1 reported; state peer median 10.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,891
- Teachers (FTE)
- 146.33
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.9:1
What the reported data says about Kingston High School
Kingston High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Kingston. It is one of 10 current school records connected to Kingston City School District. NCES reports 1,749 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,188 high schools in New York with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 460 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 95th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 11.9:1, above the New York median of 10.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are White (48.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (30.8%). English learners represent 7.4% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 22.4%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 14 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Kingston High School
- 1How do the reported 11.9:1 student–teacher ratio and 147.11 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 4 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 7.4%
- Students with disabilities
- 22.4%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 45.4%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 4
- Nurses (FTE)
- 5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 4
- Social workers (FTE)
- 5
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White48.6%
- Hispanic30.8%
- Black9.3%
- Asian2.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial8.7%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
14 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Kingston City School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
J Watson Bailey Middle School
Middle · Grades 05–08
936 reported students
M Clifford Miller Middle School
Middle · Grades 05–08
826 reported students
George Washington School
Elementary · Grades PK–04
492 reported students
Harry L Edson School
Elementary · Grades KG–04
397 reported students
Robert R Graves School
Elementary · Grades KG–04
325 reported students
John F Kennedy School
Elementary · Grades KG–04
322 reported students
Public schools near Kingston High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| John F Kennedy School Elementary · Kingston City School District | KG–04 | 322 | 0.9 mi |
| George Washington School Elementary · Kingston City School District | PK–04 | 492 | 0.9 mi |
| J Watson Bailey Middle School Middle · Kingston City School District | 05–08 | 936 | 1.9 mi |
| Rhinebeck Senior High School High · Rhinebeck Central School District | 09–12 | 321 | 5 mi |
| Red Hook Senior High School High · Red Hook Central School District | 09–12 | 549 | 7.7 mi |
| Franklin D Roosevelt Senior High School High · Hyde Park Central School District | 09–12 | 1,121 | 8.4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Kingston High School
What grades does Kingston High School serve?
Kingston High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Kingston City School District.
How many students attend Kingston High School?
Kingston High School reported 1,749 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 95th percentile among 1,188 New York high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,891 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Kingston High School?
The calculated ratio is 11.9:1, based on 1,749 students and 147.11 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New York median for the same school level is 10.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Kingston High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Kingston High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Kingston City School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Kingston High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
45.4% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Kingston High School in?
Kingston High School is part of Kingston City School District, based in Kingston, NY, which operates 10 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Kingston High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include John F Kennedy School (0.9 mi), George Washington School (0.9 mi), J Watson Bailey Middle School (1.9 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.