Serving 511 students in grades 9-12, Center Moriches 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 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 511 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Center Moriches High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 12.6 square miles in Center Moriches, NY. Parents typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone being about 7.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Moriches High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Center Moriches High School's student population of 511 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
511 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Center Moriches 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 Center Moriches High School is 0.50, 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
#2121 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
4%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center Moriches High School's ranking?
Center Moriches High School is ranked #2121 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Center Moriches High School often compared to?
Center Moriches High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastport-south Manor Junior Senior High School, Westhampton Beach Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Center Moriches High School?
The graduation rate of Center Moriches High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Center Moriches High School?
511 students attend Center Moriches High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Center Moriches High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center Moriches High School?
Center Moriches High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Center Moriches High School offer ?
Center Moriches High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Center Moriches High School part of?
Center Moriches High School is part of Center Moriches Union Free School District.
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