School Overview
White Plains Senior High School, located at 550 North St. in White Plains, New York, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the White Plains City School District. As a comprehensive public high school, it is known for its large and diverse student body, which reflects the multicultural character of the surrounding community. The school offers a rigorous academic environment, providing a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, college-level dual enrollment programs, and specialized electives designed to prepare students for higher education and professional career paths.

Beyond its academic curriculum, the school emphasizes a holistic approach to education by offering extensive extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, performing arts programs, and various student-led clubs. The administration and faculty focus on fostering an inclusive culture that encourages student engagement and community service. By leveraging its proximity to New York City and its robust internal resources, White Plains Senior High School aims to provide a well-rounded educational experience that supports both the intellectual growth and personal development of its diverse student population.
2,220
Total Students
169.9
Full-Time Teachers
13.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WHITE PLAINS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White432
Hispanic1,360
Black271
Asian82
Two or More72
  • Hispanic
    1,360 (61.3 %)
  • White
    432 (19.5 %)
  • Black
    271 (12.2 %)
  • Asian
    82 (3.7 %)
  • Two or More
    72 (3.2 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (914)422-2182
Website: http://www.whiteplainspublicschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,220
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 169.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,066
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 50
Grades Taught
Grade 9 560
Grade 10 567
Grade 11 562
Grade 12 504
Ungraded 27

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WHITE PLAINS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9560
Grade 10567
Grade 11562
Grade 12504
Ungraded27
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WHITE PLAINS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,13050.9%
Male1,08749%
Not Specified30.1%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)