LINDEN HILL SCHOOL

LINDEN HILL SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the HAWTHORNE-CEDAR KNOLLS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in HAWTHORNE, NY with about 123 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 10 teachers, LINDEN HILL 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.

LINDEN HILL SCHOOL, located in Hawthorne, New York, is a specialized educational facility that operates as part of the Hawthorne Cedar Knolls School District. It is designed to serve students with significant social, emotional, and behavioral challenges who require a more structured and therapeutic environment than a traditional public school setting can provide. The program is heavily integrated with residential and clinical services, aiming to help students develop the coping mechanisms and academic skills necessary to succeed in a less restrictive environment.

The school’s curriculum is tailored to meet the New York State educational standards while incorporating intensive support systems, including individualized education programs (IEPs), counseling, and psychiatric oversight. By maintaining small class sizes and a high staff-to-student ratio, Linden Hill fosters an environment where trauma-informed care and academic instruction work in tandem. The ultimate goal of the institution is to provide a stable, supportive atmosphere that promotes personal growth, helps students regulate their behavior, and prepares them for eventual reintegration into their home schools or post-secondary opportunities.

For more information, contact LINDEN HILL SCHOOL at (914) 749-2977 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.