Jericho Senior High School is an American comprehensive public high school in the hamlet of Jericho in Nassau County, New York. It is the only high school in the Jericho Union Free School District.
Serving 1,247 students in grades 9-12, Jericho Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jericho Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Jericho Senior High School's student population of 1,247 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,247 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Year Founded
1959
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Rankings
Jericho Senior 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 Jericho Senior High School is 0.46, 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
#442 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
70%
10%
Hispanic
3%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
24%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Jayhawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jericho Senior High School's ranking?
Jericho Senior High School is ranked #442 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Jericho Senior High School often compared to?
Jericho Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Syosset Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jericho Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Jericho Senior High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Jericho Senior High School?
1,247 students attend Jericho Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Jericho Senior High School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jericho Senior High School?
Jericho Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Jericho Senior High School offer ?
Jericho Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jericho Senior High School part of?
Jericho Senior High School is part of Jericho Union Free School District.
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