Yonkers Public Schools

Since its inception in 1881, Yonkers Public Schools has changed in many ways, but remains steadfastly committed to challenging the city’s youth to aspire to their highest potential, and to inspire a life-long love of learning.

Yonkers Public Schools is the fourth largest school district in New York State, located in the lower Hudson Valley, immediately north of New York City.

Today, a vibrant learning community of 25,500 public school students from 100 cultures, backgrounds and nationalities in grades prekindergarten through 12 is challenged by a rigorous core curriculum and innovative programs in 39 schools throughout the City of Yonkers. Students participate in learning opportunities in the classroom, on the stage, on the playing field and with colleges and universities, museums and cultural institutions, major corporations and local businesses, as well as non-profit and community groups, and government agencies.

As one of the largest employers in Westchester County, Yonkers Public Schools’ diverse workforce of 3,900 educators and support staff enthusiastically shares the District’s mission to empower all students to take their place in the world as knowledgeable, competent, responsible citizens.

Yonkers Public Schools has centralized school registration for all students. The District is committed to a School Choice Process that is open and equitable to everyone. The District offers families more educational opportunities than any other school district in Westchester County.

We Are: 30,064 Urban Students

25,375 Students Prekindergarten-Three to Grade Twelve Students in District Schools and Out of District Programs

73% Economically Disadvantaged
19% Students with Disabilities
13% Multi-Lingual Learners / English Language Learners
62% Hispanic
16% Black
15% White
5% Asian/Pacific Islander
2% Multi-Racial

4,689 City of Yonkers attend Charter and Parochial/Private Schools

3,932 Employees

2,144 Teachers
48 School Counselors
47 Psychologists
21 Social Workers
51 Medical Staff – Nurses and Physician
114 School Administrators
50 Central Office Administrators
83 Public Safety Officers
1,788 Teachers Aides, Clericals, Transportation Staff, Food Services Staff, Maintenance Staff

39 Schools