Hicksville High School is an American high school in the town of Hicksville, New York, in Nassau County. It is the only high school in the Hicksville Union Free School District. It opened in 1953. In the 2016–17 school year, the school had an enrollment of 1,705 students.
Serving 1,825 students in grades 9-12, Hicksville High School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,825 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hicksville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hicksville High School's student population of 1,825 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 144 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,825 students
Total Classroom Teachers
144 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hicksville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hicksville High School is 0.67, 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
#1394 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
10%
Hispanic
43%
31%
Black
3%
15%
White
17%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Comet The Dog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hicksville High School's ranking?
Hicksville High School is ranked #1394 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hicksville High School?
The graduation rate of Hicksville High School is 93%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hicksville High School?
1,825 students attend Hicksville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Hicksville High School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hicksville High School?
Hicksville High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hicksville High School offer ?
Hicksville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hicksville High School part of?
Hicksville High School is part of Hicksville Union Free School District.
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