Serving 1,178 students in grades 9-12, East Islip High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,178 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Islip High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
East Islip High School's student population of 1,178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
School Rankings
East Islip High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Islip High School is 0.51, 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
#256 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
66%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Islip High School's ranking?
East Islip High School is ranked #256 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are East Islip High School often compared to?
East Islip High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Islip High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Islip High School?
The graduation rate of East Islip High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Islip High School?
1,178 students attend East Islip High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of East Islip High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Islip High School?
East Islip High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Islip High School offer ?
East Islip High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Islip High School part of?
East Islip High School is part of East Islip Union Free School District.
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