Serving 1,824 students in grades 9-12, Hempstead High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,824 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 81% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hempstead High School's student population of 1,824 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,824 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hempstead High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hempstead High School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1861 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
74%
29%
Black
20%
16%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
81%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hempstead High School's ranking?
Hempstead High School is ranked #1861 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hempstead High School often compared to?
Hempstead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Garden City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hempstead High School?
The graduation rate of Hempstead High School is 81%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Hempstead High School?
1,824 students attend Hempstead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Hempstead High School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hempstead High School?
Hempstead High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hempstead High School offer ?
Hempstead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hempstead High School part of?
Hempstead High School is part of Hempstead Union Free School District.
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