CHESTER ACADEMY-MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL

CHESTER ACADEMY-MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the CHESTER UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in CHESTER, NY with about 643 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 45 teachers, CHESTER ACADEMY-MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Chester Academy, located at 64 Hambletonian Avenue in Chester, New York, is the sole secondary school serving the Chester Union Free School District. It functions as a combined middle and high school, providing a continuous educational experience for students in grades 6 through 12. As the district's hub for adolescent education, the academy is focused on preparing students for post-secondary success by balancing a rigorous academic curriculum with extracurricular engagement within a small-school environment.

The school is dedicated to fostering a supportive community that emphasizes character development alongside academic achievement. By integrating middle school and high school levels, Chester Academy facilitates a cohesive academic transition for its students, offering various clubs, athletic programs, and elective pathways designed to cater to diverse interests. The district maintains a strong commitment to transparency and community involvement, utilizing its official website to keep families informed about school board initiatives, district policies, and student-centered events.

For more information, contact CHESTER ACADEMY-MIDDLE/HIGH SCHOOL at (845) 469-2231 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.