Research Scarsdale Senior High School public Schools in Ossining, New York

“Excellent choices of courses and extracurrriculars, but REALLY high pressure. Some alumni have seen college (GOOD colleges) as easy by comparison. NOTE: previous reviewer praised AP courses, so I will update that by pointing out that they have now removed all AP classes to be replaced with 'AT' (Advanced Topics) which do not teach to the AP tests, meaning that the class may be more fun but will lower students' grades on AP exams.”

“as a student, i have personally experienced the school inside and out. it is a top school with many courses, great teachers, great resources, great everything! school's involvement of the community and outside (civ-ed, tri-m music honor society, and many, many clubs) many sports and aps offered.”

“Personally, my children have learned a great deal about academics as well as information to aid in their outside lives. Scarsdale High School is definitely within the top 10 public high schools in the United States.”

“Scarsdale has one of the hardest curriculums in the area. The classes are taught at the highest level. While great with high level kids they are also great with students with special needs. Tons of clubs, kids make new clubs on a daily basis..last year they started a mens issues club. The drama program is superb and offers every team sport on can think of. Not great in the big team sports but making the tennis team here is getting your self state ranked.”

“I went to high school at SHS and the academic programs are exceptionally strong. The curriculum prepares students for an easy transition to college. Many AP courses available. Lots of extracurricular activities for students to choose from.”

“I think Scarsdale is in fact underrated in many magazines and various articles. Schools are often rated by the # of AP exams taken, divided by the # of students in total, with no regard to the scores on the AP exams. Scarsdale is filled with highly motivated students--this is a good thing, but this also results in much competition. Whether that is a good thing or not is another story.”

“Excellent academic preparation, complete liberal arts curriculum, excellent arts and sports programs (but curricular and extra-curricular), relatively weak foreign language department.”

“Great programs, sports and arts program are exceptional, parental involvment is extraordinary, and is growing by the year. hardworking faculty makes every child feel special. highly recommended.”

“Scarsdale provides a great lerning enviornment. very knowlageable teachers who are eager to help students, and to provide the best possible educaiton.”

“Great, totally great school! I love it, atmosphere is great, and great athletic facilities! I love the school and want to stay here forever!”

“I am currently a Senior at SHS and it is an incredible school. The classes are intimate, the teachers are always available for extra help, the environment is beautiful and exciting, and the students are wonderful. The work is definitely challenging, but it only forces you to be your best. It is a fantastic school.”

“I am a 10th grader at SHS, and have lived in Scarsdale for Five years. The High school is great, the atmosphere is extremely academic and the primary focus of the students and faculty is to reach a higher level of learning. The teachers are well qualified, well paid, and satisfied and comfortable with their current position, and so are very nice, helpful and caring. Recently there has been a great deal of construction at the high school, and a new gym, an amazing 2- story library, and new a new science wing has been added to the already vast premise of the school. There are bountiful resources at the high school and the atmosphere is extremely encouraging towards academics, extra-curricular and athletics.”