Serving 1,340 students in grades 9-12, Bellport Senior 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,340 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: BELLPORT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 29.6 square miles in Brookhaven, NY. The typical drive to the school is between 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the nearest edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 5 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bellport Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Bellport Senior High School's student population of 1,340 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,340 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
School Rankings
Bellport Senior High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bellport Senior High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1730 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
47%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
16%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
31%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Red
School Mascot
Clipper Ship
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bellport Senior High School's ranking?
Bellport Senior High School is ranked #1730 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bellport Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Bellport Senior High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Bellport Senior High School?
1,340 students attend Bellport Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Bellport Senior High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bellport Senior High School?
Bellport Senior High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bellport Senior High School offer ?
Bellport Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bellport Senior High School part of?
Bellport Senior High School is part of South Country Central School District.
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