Serving 677 students in grades 9-12, Elwood/john Glenn High School ranks in the top 5% 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 90-94% (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 48% 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: 677 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Elwood/John Glenn High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in East Northport, NY, covering approximately 5.3 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elwood/john Glenn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Elwood/john Glenn High School's student population of 677 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 60 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
677 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
60 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1962
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elwood/john Glenn High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elwood/john Glenn High School is 0.64, 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
#126 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
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 ↓
Asian
12%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
27%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
52%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Royal blue
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elwood/john Glenn High School's ranking?
Elwood/john Glenn High School is ranked #126 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Elwood/john Glenn High School often compared to?
Elwood/john Glenn High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Harborfields High School, Commack 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 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elwood/john Glenn High School?
The graduation rate of Elwood/john Glenn High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Elwood/john Glenn High School?
677 students attend Elwood/john Glenn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Elwood/john Glenn High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elwood/john Glenn High School?
Elwood/john Glenn High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elwood/john Glenn High School offer ?
Elwood/john Glenn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elwood/john Glenn High School part of?
Elwood/john Glenn High School is part of Elwood Union Free School District.
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