Serving 966 students in grades 9-12, Lakeland 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 85-89% (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 38% 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: 966 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Lakelands High School serves the eastern part of the Shrub Oak, NY school district, covering an area of approximately 11.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeland 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
Lakeland High School's student population of 966 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
966 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1972
School Rankings
Lakeland 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 Lakeland High School is 0.56, 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
#80 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 35-year historical data
Hispanic
24%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
7%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
62%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
55%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeland High School's ranking?
Lakeland High School is ranked #80 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lakeland High School often compared to?
Lakeland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walter Panas High School, Yorktown 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 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeland High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeland High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Lakeland High School?
966 students attend Lakeland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lakeland High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lakeland High School?
Lakeland High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lakeland High School offer ?
Lakeland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakeland High School part of?
Lakeland High School is part of Lakeland Central School District.
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