School Overview
Tappan Zee High School, located in Orangeburg, New York, serves as the sole high school for the South Orangetown Central School District. Known for its strong academic reputation, the school offers a rigorous curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and opportunities for college credit. Beyond the classroom, Tappan Zee maintains a robust culture of student engagement, featuring an extensive selection of extracurricular activities, competitive athletic programs, and service-learning initiatives that encourage students to become active members of their local and global communities.

The school is characterized by a commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment where faculty and staff prioritize the social-emotional well-being of their students alongside academic achievement. By emphasizing critical thinking, technological integration, and collaborative learning, Tappan Zee prepares its graduates for success in diverse post-secondary pursuits, including top-tier universities and professional pathways. For more information regarding their programs, calendar, or district news, you can visit their official website at [www.socsd.org](http://www.socsd.org).
953
Total Students
92.5
Full-Time Teachers
10.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
22.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for TAPPAN ZEE HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White628
Hispanic196
Black11
Asian76
Two or More40
Pacific Islander2
  • White
    628 (65.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    196 (20.6 %)
  • Asian
    76 (8.0 %)
  • Two or More
    40 (4.2 %)
  • Black
    11 (1.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: SOUTH ORANGETOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (845)680-1606
Website: http://www.socsd.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 953
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 92.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 198
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 12
Grades Taught
Grade 9 241
Grade 10 242
Grade 11 221
Grade 12 242
Ungraded 7

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for TAPPAN ZEE HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9241
Grade 10242
Grade 11221
Grade 12242
Ungraded7
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for TAPPAN ZEE HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female48751.1%
Male46648.9%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)