Peekskill High School, established in 1929, is located at 1072 Elm Street in Peekskill, New York, United States. It is a part of the Peekskill School District, which covers the entire city. It educates most of the district's ninth, tenth, eleventh, and twelfth graders.
Serving 1,178 students in grades 9-12, Peekskill High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Peekskill High School's attendance zone covers the entire Peekskill school district, encompassing an area of approximately 5.6 square miles. The typical drive to the school is about 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest edge located 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peekskill High School's student population of 1,178 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,178 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1929
School Rankings
Peekskill High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peekskill High School is 0.39, 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
#1983 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
5%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
5%
4%
Showing 2008–2018. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Crimson and blue
School Mascot
Red Devils
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peekskill High School's ranking?
Peekskill High School is ranked #1983 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Peekskill High School often compared to?
Peekskill High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walter Panas High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peekskill High School?
The graduation rate of Peekskill High School is 88%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Peekskill High School?
1,178 students attend Peekskill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Peekskill High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Peekskill High School?
Peekskill High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peekskill High School offer ?
Peekskill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Peekskill High School part of?
Peekskill High School is part of Peekskill City School District.
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