Suffern High School

Suffern High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
49 Viola Rd,  Suffern, NY
Suffern Central School District
4.0
3.6
1,490 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Mr. Patrick Breen
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
93%
Reading Proficiency
95%
Average GPA
3.51
Graduation Rate
92%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

A-
Academics
A
Teachers
A-
College Prep
A
Administration
A-
Resources/Facilities
A+
Clubs and Activities
A
Sports
B
Food
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Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.51
Reading Proficiency
95%
Math Proficiency
93%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
115
Full Time Teachers
115
Teachers in First or Second Year
1.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
630
Verbal
620
Average ACT
29
Math
28
English
28
Reading
30
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
24
AP Pass Rate
80.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Very High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Average
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very High
Boys Athletic Participation
Very High

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
220:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.8%
Female
49.1%
White
46.3%
Hispanic
34.7%
Black
7.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
6.7%
Two or more races
3.6%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#72 Best Public HS in New York
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Binghamton University, SUNY 280 Students
New York University 175 Students
Pace University 162 Students
University at Buffalo, SUNY 142 Students
SUNY Rockland Community College 133 Students
Boston University 124 Students
Cornell University 120 Students
Syracuse University 118 Students
Stony Brook University 116 Students
Penn State 115 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 195 Students
Psychology 132 Students
Biology 109 Students
Nursing 103 Students
Education 70 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 66 Students
Finance 56 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 46 Students
Computer Science 43 Students
Marketing 43 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 279 Reviews
5.0 Senior
3/10/2025
In reality all the teachers in this school are so patient and understanding, they genuinely want nothing but to see you succeed in life, along with guidance counselors and the principal, they genuinely make an effort to be around more and listen to student input and issues.
5.0 Senior
6/5/2024
Suffern High School is a quality high school to attend. It is well-funded and has great staff and a support system for all students.
4.0 Senior
12/7/2023
I love my highschool and though i had an opportunity to go somewhere else I'm glad I didn't. The people,teachers and even the security guards are all great people and made my experience great. One thing I would like to see one things change and that would be the boys bathroom putting up dividers so it is more private. Otherwise I wouldn't change a thing about the school.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.6 7 Reviews
4.0 parent
7/23/2025
Suffern has great course offerings; extensive sports offerings; knowledgeable, experienced, talented, caring teachers and staff, and great facilities. We moved here long before we had children because of the district, and it's lived up to its great reputation. The course offerings and programs have...
4.0 student
1/29/2021
This school is good for students overall. Me and my brother really enjoy this school. Mostly every student is nice and shows respect to other kids. It is a great learning environment for every kid and has really good teachers. However, some kids make poor decisions and have to learn the hard way.
5.0 parent
5/30/2017
Suffern High School is an amazing school which offers the students an excellent education and preparation for higher education. The arts and athletic programs are well established and diverse to satisfy every student's needs. The faculty has demonstrated care and concern for their students and welco...
5.0 parent
8/17/2016
Suffern High School is a wonderful school with amazing academic, music, and art programs. The students are encouraged to participate in school clubs and activities, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.

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Suffern High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Suffern, NY, in the Montebello neighborhood, and is served by the Suffern Central School District in New York. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,490 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 93% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 95% are proficient in reading. Suffern High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.51, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $637,438. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ramapo High School, Congregation Divrei Chaim, Yeshiva Kinyan Torah, and more. Learn more about what Suffern has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Suffern High School.

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