YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL

YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the YORKTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY with about 1,164 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 84 teachers, YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL, located in Yorktown Heights, New York, is the sole high school within the Yorktown Central School District. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is widely recognized for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, offering a comprehensive curriculum that includes a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and career-focused electives. The school is committed to fostering a well-rounded educational experience, encouraging students to excel not only in the classroom but also through a diverse array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs.

Beyond its academic offerings, YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL prides itself on cultivating a supportive and inclusive community environment. The district places a high priority on innovation and technology integration to prepare students for the demands of higher education and the modern workforce. With a focus on social-emotional learning and student engagement, the school strives to empower its graduates to become responsible, thoughtful citizens. By maintaining strong partnerships between faculty, families, and the wider Yorktown community, the school consistently aims to provide a rigorous yet nurturing atmosphere that supports the individual development and success of every student.

For more information, contact YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL at (914) 243-8000 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

2727 CROMPOND RD
YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY 10598-3199
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YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, NY with about 1,164 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,164
Teachers:
84.8
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 1,164 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 77% of the student body.

White
77.5%
Hispanic/Latino
11.4%
Asian
6.0%
Black or African American
2.9%
Two or more races
2.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
48.3%
Male
51.7%

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.