Excellent
#647 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 14% in state
Yonkers High School
High School · YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
150 ROCKLAND AVE, Yonkers, NY 10705
Enrollment
1,103
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,103
Student-Teacher
16.2:1
Score
8.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#647 of 4,742
In Yonkers
#4 of 41
public schools
In district
#4 of 40
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Yonkers High School
Yonkers High School is a public high school in Yonkers, NY, part of YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Yonkers High School serves approximately 1,103 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Yonkers High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #647 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Yonkers High School show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.1 · Excellent
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Yonkers High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Yonkers High School — Students at Yonkers High School score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.7/10.
How Yonkers High School Compares
See how Yonkers High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
150 ROCKLAND AVE, Yonkers, NY 10705
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Yonkers High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE (rated 5.1/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Yonkers, see our Yonkers schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| YONKERS MIDDLE SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.0 mi | 5.5 |
| NEW TESTAMENT CHURCH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.2 mi | — |
| SCHOOL 23 Yonkers | 0.2 mi | 3.2 |
| ELLA FITZGERALD ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.4 mi | 5.1 |
| ENRICO FERMI SCHOOL FOR THE PERFORMING ARTS Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| ANDALUSIA SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| OAKVIEW PREP SCHOOL OF SDA Yonkers | 0.6 mi | 4.7 |
| CESAR E CHAVEZ SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.5 mi | 4.7 |
| LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.7 mi | 7.0 |
| LAS HERMANAS MIRABAL COMMUNITY SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| THOMAS CORNELL ACADEMY Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 6.5 |
| EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS MICROSOCIETY SCHOOL Yonkers | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| MLK JR HIGH TECH & COMPUTER MAGNET SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| WESTCHESTER SCHOOL FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 6.1 |
| BARACK OBAMA SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE Yonkers | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| STEIN YESHIVA OF LINCOLN PARK Yonkers | 1.0 mi | — |
| SCHOOL 21 Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 6.0 |
| SCHOOL 9 Yonkers | 1.2 mi | 3.8 |
| PEARLS HAWTHORNE SCHOOL Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 8.1 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST Yonkers | 1.0 mi | 4.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10705 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$68,616
Median Home Value
$445,600
Median Rent
$1,602/mo
Population
40,390
College Educated
30.1%
Homeownership
36.4%
Avg Commute
38.2 min
Poverty Rate
18%
Median Age
38.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEACON HIGH SCHOOL Beacon, NY | 8.1 |
| CITY HONORS SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 8.1 |
| COLUMBIA HIGH SCHOOL East Greenbush, NY | 8.1 |
| CORNWALL CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL New Windsor, NY | 8.1 |
| HIGH SCHOOL-CONSTRUCTION TRADES ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURE Ozone Park, NY | 8.1 |
| MOUNT VERNON HIGH SCHOOL Mount Vernon, NY | 8.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Yonkers High School
What grades does Yonkers High School serve?
Yonkers High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Yonkers High School?
Yonkers High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,103 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Yonkers High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Yonkers High School is 16.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Yonkers High School rank in NY?
Yonkers High School ranks #647 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Yonkers High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Yonkers High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Yonkers High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Yonkers High School has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Yonkers High School a charter school?
No, Yonkers High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Yonkers High School a Title I school?
No, Yonkers High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Yonkers High School?
74.4% of students at Yonkers High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,103
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Westchester County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.1%
- Phone
- (914) 376-8191
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
YONKERS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 24,339
- Schools in District
- 40
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,185
- District Rank
- #4 of 40
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