Serving 1,029 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 top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to 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 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,029 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 79% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peekskill High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Peekskill High School's student population of 1,029 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,029 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peekskill High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peekskill High School is 0.42, 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
#2046 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
74%
29%
Black
18%
16%
White
5%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (17-18)
8%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) 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 #2046 out of 4,093 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?
79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Peekskill High School?
The graduation rate of Peekskill High School is 83%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Peekskill High School?
1,029 students attend Peekskill High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Peekskill High School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% 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 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Peekskill High School offer ?
Peekskill High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Peekskill High School part of?
Peekskill High School is part of Peekskill City School District.
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