School Overview
Scarsdale Senior High School, located in the affluent Westchester County village of Scarsdale, New York, is widely recognized as one of the premier public secondary institutions in the United States. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is noted for its rigorous academic environment, extensive Advanced Placement (AP) offerings, and a progressive pedagogical approach that emphasizes independent inquiry, critical thinking, and student-centered learning. The school is consistently ranked among the top-performing high schools nationally, characterized by exceptionally high graduation rates and a long history of sending its graduates to the most competitive universities in the country.

Beyond its academic prestige, Scarsdale High School is defined by a robust extracurricular culture and a commitment to fostering well-rounded citizenship. The school provides students with a vast array of opportunities, ranging from competitive athletics and performing arts to specialized interest clubs and community service initiatives. The campus culture reflects the high expectations of its surrounding community, emphasizing intellectual curiosity and preparation for global leadership. As a centerpiece of the Scarsdale Union Free School District, the high school remains a hallmark of excellence in public education, supported by strong community engagement and significant investment in student resources.
1,479
Total Students
139.2
Full-Time Teachers
10.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
N/A
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SCARSDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White858
Hispanic137
Black17
Asian362
Two or More100
American Indian1
Pacific Islander1
  • White
    858 (58.1%)
  • Asian
    362 (24.5%)
  • Hispanic
    137 (9.3%)
  • Two or More
    100 (6.8%)
  • Black
    17 (1.2%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.1%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: SCARSDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (914)721-2450
Website: http://www.scarsdaleschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,479
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 139.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.6
NSLP Participation:1 No
Qualified Free Lunch: N/A
Qualified Reduced Lunch: N/A
Grades Taught
Grade 9 354
Grade 10 394
Grade 11 374
Grade 12 356
Ungraded 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SCARSDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9354
Grade 10394
Grade 11374
Grade 12356
Ungraded1
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SCARSDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female71248.1%
Male76451.7%
Not Specified30.2%
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