ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL - EARLY COLLEGE STUDIES

ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL - EARLY COLLEGE STUDIES is a Title I public high school that is part of the YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in YONKERS, NY with about 956 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 63 teachers, ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL - EARLY COLLEGE STUDIES 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.

Roosevelt High School – Early College Studies (ECS), located in Yonkers, New York, is a specialized secondary institution that focuses on bridging the gap between high school and higher education. Through a strategic partnership with Westchester Community College, the school offers a rigorous academic program that allows students to earn up to 60 college credits—essentially an associate degree—alongside their high school diploma. This model is designed to provide students with a head start on their post-secondary goals while significantly reducing the future cost of college tuition.

Beyond its academic focus, Roosevelt High School – Early College Studies emphasizes career readiness and personalized support to ensure students succeed in a demanding collegiate environment. The curriculum is integrated with hands-on learning experiences, often focusing on STEM and career-technical fields, to prepare students for both the workforce and university-level studies. By providing mentorship, early exposure to campus life, and a supportive scholarly community, the school aims to foster a culture of achievement and college-going identity for a diverse student body within the Yonkers Public Schools district.

For more information, contact ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL - EARLY COLLEGE STUDIES at (914) 376-8500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.