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 top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 Stats (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: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Glen Cove High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
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 Rankings
Glen Cove High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 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
#972 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
46%
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 #972 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% 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?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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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