Hempstead High School is a public high school located in Hempstead, New York, United States. It is the Hempstead Union Free School District's only high school. As of the 2014–15 school year, the school had an enrollment of 2,226 students and 116.0 classroom teachers, for a student–teacher ratio of 19.2:1.
Serving 1,879 students in grades 9-12, Hempstead 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 15% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 28:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,879 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 28:1
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Hempstead High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Hempstead, NY, covering approximately 3.1 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge, reaching up to 1.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hempstead High School's student population of 1,879 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,879 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1970
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hempstead 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 Hempstead High School is 0.38, 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
#2633 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
28:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
75%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
86%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)71.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Tigers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hempstead High School's ranking?
Hempstead High School is ranked #2633 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hempstead High School often compared to?
Hempstead High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Uniondale High School, Garden City High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hempstead High School?
The graduation rate of Hempstead High School is 86%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Hempstead High School?
1,879 students attend Hempstead High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Hempstead High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hempstead High School?
Hempstead High School has a student ration of 28:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hempstead High School offer ?
Hempstead High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hempstead High School part of?
Hempstead High School is part of Hempstead Union Free School District.
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