It was everywhere, just like in all the other city schools. We weren't special. Marijuana and alcohol abuse seem most prevalent, specifically in social settings, i.e., on weekends, at parties. Kids at my school drink beer and a lot of it. Many parents don't mind drinking, as long as it's at home.
People are almost encouraged to drink.
Krueger's death, people are still getting trashed. Yes, drugs are a problem. Athletes and elitist social groups, where a uniting bond might be drug use, were often named, but most interviewed stressed that the problem is incredibly pervasive, stretching beyond cliques and circles. It's not uncommon to hear of an entire team going to a bar and getting thrashed.