JERICHO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL

JERICHO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the JERICHO UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in JERICHO, NY with about 1,124 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 106 teachers, JERICHO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

JERICHO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL, located in Jericho, New York, is widely recognized as one of the top-performing public secondary schools in the United States. Situated in a suburban community on Long Island, the school is consistently ranked at the top of state and national lists for academic excellence, driven by a highly competitive and rigorous curriculum. It offers an extensive array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, robust STEM programs, and a wide variety of electives that cater to high-achieving students preparing for elite university admissions.

Beyond its academic reputation, the school is known for fostering a high-pressure, success-oriented environment that emphasizes extracurricular involvement and community service. Students at Jericho benefit from extensive resources, including state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated faculty, and a strong culture of parental engagement. The school’s athletic programs, arts department, and competitive academic teams—such as its perennial success in science research and debate—reflect its commitment to developing well-rounded individuals who are highly sought after by top-tier colleges and universities nationwide.

For more information, contact JERICHO SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL at (516) 203-3610 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.