Serving 890 students in grades 9-12, Islip High School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 53% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 890 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 53%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Islip High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Islip, NY, encompassing approximately 10.8 square miles. Most families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum reach of 4.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Islip 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Islip High School's student population of 890 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
890 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Islip High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Islip High School is 0.64, 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
#632 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
37%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
47%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Green and Gold
School Mascot
Buccaneers
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Islip High School's ranking?
Islip High School is ranked #632 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Islip High School often compared to?
Islip High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Islip High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Islip High School?
The graduation rate of Islip High School is 97%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Islip High School?
890 students attend Islip High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Islip High School students are White, 37% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Islip High School?
Islip High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Islip High School offer ?
Islip High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Islip High School part of?
Islip High School is part of Islip Union Free School District.
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