Serving 1,868 students in grades 9-12, Lindenhurst Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 44% 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: 1,868 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lindenhurst Senior High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Lindenhurst, NY, encompassing approximately 6.1 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 5-10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the edge of the zone, reaching a maximum of 2.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lindenhurst Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Lindenhurst Senior High School's student population of 1,868 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,868 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lindenhurst Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lindenhurst Senior High School is 0.57, 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
#1059 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
4%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
56%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Bulldog Blue and Gold
School Mascot
Bulldogs
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lindenhurst Senior High School's ranking?
Lindenhurst Senior High School is ranked #1059 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lindenhurst Senior High School often compared to?
Lindenhurst Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Babylon Senior High School, Walter G O'connell Copiague High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lindenhurst Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Lindenhurst Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Lindenhurst Senior High School?
1,868 students attend Lindenhurst Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Lindenhurst Senior High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lindenhurst Senior High School?
Lindenhurst 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 Lindenhurst Senior High School offer ?
Lindenhurst Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lindenhurst Senior High School part of?
Lindenhurst Senior High School is part of Lindenhurst Union Free School District.
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