ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in WAPPINGERS FALLS, NY with about 1,748 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 115 teachers, ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
Roy C. Ketcham Senior High School (RCK) is a prominent public secondary school located in Wappingers Falls, New York, serving students in grades 9 through 12 as part of the Wappingers Central School District. Situated on Myers Corners Road, the school acts as a focal point for the local community, offering a comprehensive academic environment designed to prepare students for both higher education and the workforce. The school is known for its large, diverse student body and a robust offering of extracurricular programs, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various academic clubs.
Academically, RCK provides a wide range of coursework, including Advanced Placement (AP) classes and various elective opportunities that cater to diverse student interests. As a key institution within the Wappingers Central School District, the school emphasizes a commitment to fostering a supportive learning environment while promoting school spirit through its well-known "Indian" athletic programs. For those seeking detailed information regarding the school's calendar, specific curriculum requirements, or district-wide initiatives, the official website at [www.wappingersschools.org](http://www.wappingersschools.org) serves as the primary resource for students, parents, and community members.
For more information, contact ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (845) 298-5100 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
WAPPINGERS FALLS, NY 12590-3297
(845) 298-5100
http://www.wappingersschools.org
ROY C KETCHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in WAPPINGERS FALLS, NY with about 1,748 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- WAPPINGERS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
- Total Students:
- 1,748
- Teachers:
- 115
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,748 students
- White
- 63.8%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 19.3%
- Black or African American
- 10.0%
- Asian
- 5.8%
- Two or more races
- 0.9%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.1%
- Female
- 49.3%
- Male
- 50.7%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.