DOBBS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL

DOBBS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the DOBBS FERRY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in DOBBS FERRY, NY with about 457 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 36 teachers, DOBBS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

DOBBS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL, located in the picturesque village of Dobbs Ferry, New York, is a distinguished public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, fostering a supportive community environment, and encouraging a well-rounded educational experience. Its curriculum is designed to prepare students for higher education by emphasizing critical thinking, creativity, and civic responsibility, often utilizing the International Baccalaureate (IB) framework to provide a rigorous global perspective.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school prides itself on a vibrant culture that prioritizes student engagement through a wide variety of extracurricular activities, athletics, and arts programs. With its intimate campus setting overlooking the Hudson River, the school benefits from a close-knit atmosphere where faculty and staff are dedicated to meeting the individual needs of every student. By balancing high academic expectations with a strong focus on social-emotional learning, DOBBS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL strives to graduate students who are not only prepared for college and careers but are also compassionate, informed members of their community.

For more information, contact DOBBS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL at (914) 693-7645 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

505 BROADWAY
DOBBS FERRY, NY 10522-1118
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DOBBS FERRY HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in DOBBS FERRY, NY with about 457 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
457
Teachers:
36.01
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
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 457 students

White
63.0%
Hispanic/Latino
18.4%
Asian
7.9%
Two or more races
5.7%
Black or African American
5.0%

Female
48.4%
Male
51.6%

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.