At a glance
Reported students
1,111
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
71.94
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
15.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York high enrollment
83rd percentile
Compared with 1,188 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
566
Yonkers High School: 1,111 reported students.
State peer staffing position
96th percentile
15.4:1 reported; state peer median 10.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,063
- Teachers (FTE)
- 76.67
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.9:1
What the reported data says about Yonkers High School
Yonkers High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Yonkers. It is one of 39 current school records connected to Yonkers City School District. NCES reports 1,111 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,188 high schools in New York with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 460 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 83rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 15.4:1, above the New York median of 10.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (56.2%) and Asian (14.9%). English learners represent 11.9% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 9.8%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 4 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Yonkers High School
- 1How do the reported 15.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 71.94 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 2.67 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 11.9%
- Students with disabilities
- 9.8%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 75.5%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 2.67
- Nurses (FTE)
- 0.67
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 0.67
- Social workers (FTE)
- 0.4
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White13.8%
- Hispanic56.2%
- Black12.6%
- Asian14.9%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.3%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0%
- Multiracial2.2%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
4 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Yonkers City School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Roosevelt High School - Early College Studies
High · Grades 09–12
1,096 reported students
Gorton High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,068 reported students
Lincoln High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,176 reported students
Saunders Trades & Technical High School
High · Grades 09–12
1,039 reported students
Riverside High School
High · Grades 09–12
934 reported students
Barack Obama School for Social Justice
High · Grades 07–12
701 reported students
Public schools near Yonkers High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lincoln High School High · Yonkers City School District | 09–12 | 1,176 | 0.7 mi |
| Barack Obama School for Social Justice High · Yonkers City School District | 07–12 | 701 | 1.1 mi |
| Robert Halmi Senior Academy of Film and Television High · Yonkers City School District | 07–12 | 155 | 1.4 mi |
| Saunders Trades & Technical High School High · Yonkers City School District | 09–12 | 1,039 | 1.4 mi |
| Gorton High School High · Yonkers City School District | 09–12 | 1,068 | 1.6 mi |
| Greenburgh Academy High · Greenburgh-North Castle Union Free School District | 09–12 | 136 | 1.7 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Yonkers High School
What grades does Yonkers High School serve?
Yonkers High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Yonkers City School District.
How many students attend Yonkers High School?
Yonkers High School reported 1,111 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 83rd percentile among 1,188 New York high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,063 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Yonkers High School?
The calculated ratio is 15.4:1, based on 1,111 students and 71.94 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New York median for the same school level is 10.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Yonkers High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Yonkers High School is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Yonkers High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
75.5% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Yonkers High School in?
Yonkers High School is part of Yonkers City School District, based in Yonkers, NY, which operates 39 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Yonkers High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Lincoln High School (0.7 mi), Barack Obama School for Social Justice (1.1 mi), Robert Halmi Senior Academy of Film and Television (1.4 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.