John L. Miller Great Neck North High School or simply "Great Neck North," is a public high school, including grades 9 through 12, in the village of Great Neck, New York, operated by the Great Neck School District.
Serving 1,155 students in grades 9-12, Great Neck North High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,155 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Great Neck North High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district, serving an area of approximately 9.8 square miles in Great Neck, NY, with most students typically residing within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 1.6 miles, with the furthest boundary located 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Neck North 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
School Overview
Great Neck North High School's student population of 1,155 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 131 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,155 students
Total Classroom Teachers
131 teachers
Year Founded
1929
School Calendar
School Motto
'Where Discovery Leads to Greatness'
School Rankings
Great Neck North 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 Great Neck North High School is 0.51, 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
#44 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Asian
22%
10%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
66%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Blazer The Wonder Goat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Great Neck North High School's ranking?
Great Neck North High School is ranked #44 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Great Neck North High School often compared to?
Great Neck North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Great Neck South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Great Neck North High School?
The graduation rate of Great Neck North High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Great Neck North High School?
1,155 students attend Great Neck North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Great Neck North High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Great Neck North High School?
Great Neck North High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Great Neck North High School offer ?
Great Neck North High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Great Neck North High School part of?
Great Neck North High School is part of Great Neck Union Free School District.
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