Research Sleepy Hollow High School public Schools in Peekskill, New York

“I agree with Cary Gerber (a man I know and like!). We have two daughters -- one graduated from SHHS and got into an excellent college, and one is currently a Senior there. The AP/honors programs are good, and there were many students from my older daughter's grade who were admitted to top-tier colleges”

“I would not recommend going there. Classes are over crowded.”

“Sleepy Hollow High School excels at providing a quality education to a diverse student body with varied educational needs. Class sizes are kept small to help insure personalized attention. A caring and knowledgeable guidance department works with each student to place them in the most appropriate, yet challenging, courses. Many AP and enrichment choices to choose from. Great music/large selection of arts programs. Sports too. Teachers, coaches, staff, administration are caring and dedicated. Very involved parents although not reflective of the diversity/demographics in the community. School is responsive to the requests/needs of students. The PTA and Foundation are very active and advocate for, or fund, additional extracurricular activities for students. Many clubs available. School fosters and encourages leadership ability among its students. Community Service an integral part of the educational requirements.”

“I felt the quality of most academic programs were fair to good. There was little evidence of parental involvement. The greatest emphasis on extracurricular activies were in sports. One issue for any prospective parent to be aware of is that there is very little accountability for students who violate rules. This includes unexcused absences, being tardy, being abusive to teachers, school violence, etc. One of the most problematic issues I noticed was that students seemed free to 'come and go,' leaving the school grounds at will, with no formal sign-out. Many chose not to return.”

“SHHS and SHMS are both very good schools. Academics are excellent at the Honor's level(that's what I am familiar with). As far as the whole school outlook, I think it is very positive in general.”