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 1,115 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 12:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,115 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- 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%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Peekskill High School's student population of 1,115 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 94 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
94 teachers
Year Founded
1929
Colors
Crimson and blue
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 0.40, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1983 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
76%
30%
Black
15%
15%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
88%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devils
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%.
How many students attend Peekskill High School?
1,115 students attend Peekskill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Peekskill High School students are Hispanic, 15% 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 12:1, 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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