Serving 583 students in grades 9-12, Locust Valley 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 55-59% (which is higher 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 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% 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: 583 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Locust Valley High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Locust Valley, NY, covering approximately 28.6 square miles. Families within this area typically have a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the zone's edge, extending up to 5.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Locust Valley High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Locust Valley High School's student population of 583 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
583 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Locust Valley 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 Locust Valley High School is 0.50, 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
#983 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
26%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
66%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. 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 Locust Valley High School's ranking?
Locust Valley High School is ranked #983 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Locust Valley High School often compared to?
Locust Valley High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Shore Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Locust Valley High School?
The graduation rate of Locust Valley High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Locust Valley High School?
583 students attend Locust Valley High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Locust Valley High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Locust Valley High School?
Locust Valley High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Locust Valley High School offer ?
Locust Valley High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Locust Valley High School part of?
Locust Valley High School is part of Locust Valley Central School District.
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