About the School
Peekskill High School is a public high school located in Peekskill, New York, serving students in grades 9-12 as part of the Peekskill City School District. Established in 1929, the school has an enrollment of approximately 1,017 to 1,162 students and a student-teacher ratio ranging from 12:1 to 18.4:1. The current principal is Dr. Jenna Ferris. The school's mission focuses on empowering students to become lifelong learners and responsible citizens. Peekskill High School receives students from several feeder schools, including Hillcrest Elementary, Oakside Elementary, Woodside Elementary, and Peekskill Middle School. The student body is diverse, with a majority identifying as Hispanic, followed by African American, White, and students of two or more races.