Serving 459 students in grades 9-12, Dobbs Ferry High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Dobbs Ferry High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Dobbs Ferry school district, covering approximately 3 square miles. Most areas within the zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge located about 1.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dobbs Ferry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Dobbs Ferry High School's student population of 459 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dobbs Ferry High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dobbs Ferry High School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1083 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
22%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dobbs Ferry High School's ranking?
Dobbs Ferry High School is ranked #1083 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Dobbs Ferry High School often compared to?
Dobbs Ferry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hastings High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Dobbs Ferry High School?
The graduation rate of Dobbs Ferry High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Dobbs Ferry High School?
459 students attend Dobbs Ferry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Dobbs Ferry High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Dobbs Ferry High School?
Dobbs Ferry High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Dobbs Ferry High School offer ?
Dobbs Ferry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dobbs Ferry High School part of?
Dobbs Ferry High School is part of Dobbs Ferry Union Free School District.
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