John Jay High School is a public high school located in Cross River, New York, serving students in grades 9 through 12. It is one of the educational institutions within the Katonah-Lewisboro School District, which encompasses the towns of Katonah, Lewisboro, South Salem, Cross River, and parts of Goldens Bridge and Vista in northern Westchester County.
The school's campus is situated in a suburban and semi-rural setting. John Jay High School is known for its comprehensive academic programs, offering a wide range of courses including advanced placement (AP) offerings, and a variety of extracurricular activities and athletic teams. Its sports teams, known as the Wolves, compete in various interscholastic sports within the New York State Public High School Athletic Association (NYSPHSAA). The school's colors are blue and gold.
Students attending John Jay High School typically progress from John Jay Middle School, which in turn receives students from the district's elementary schools: Katonah Elementary School, Increase Miller Elementary School, and Meadow Pond Elementary School. The school aims to foster a learning environment that promotes academic excellence, personal growth, and community engagement.