Serving 1,360 students in grades 9-12, Herricks High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 98% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,360 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Herricks High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Herricks High School's student population of 1,360 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 120 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,360 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
120 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Herricks High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Herricks High School is 0.47, 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
#127 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
69%
10%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
23%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Herricks High School's ranking?
Herricks High School is ranked #127 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
98% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Herricks High School?
The graduation rate of Herricks High School is 98%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Herricks High School?
1,360 students attend Herricks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Herricks High School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Herricks High School?
Herricks High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Herricks High School offer ?
Herricks High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Herricks High School part of?
Herricks High School is part of Herricks Union Free School District.
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