Glen Cove High School, commonly referred to as GC, or GCHS, is the only public high school in the Glen Cove City School District. Located at 150 Dosoris Ln., Glen Cove, on the North Shore of Long Island, GCHS sits upon 50 acres of land.
Serving 1,066 students in grades 9-12, Glen Cove High School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,066 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Glen Cove High School's student population of 1,066 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 96 teachers has grown by 43% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,066 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
96 teachers
Year Founded
1908
Colors
Green, Cardinal
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 27, 2026
School Rankings
Glen Cove High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Glen Cove 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
#2402 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
7%
16%
White
23%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Glen Cove High School's ranking?
Glen Cove High School is ranked #2402 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Glen Cove High School often compared to?
Glen Cove High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Shore Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Glen Cove High School?
The graduation rate of Glen Cove High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Glen Cove High School?
1,066 students attend Glen Cove High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Glen Cove High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Glen Cove High School?
Glen Cove High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Glen Cove High School offer ?
Glen Cove High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Glen Cove High School part of?
Glen Cove High School is part of Glen Cove City School District.
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