For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 1,403 students in Saint James, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in Saint James, NY is Smithtown High School East. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Saint James, NY public high school have an average math proficiency score of 72% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 95% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Saint James have an average ranking of 10/10, which is in the top 10% of New York public high schools.
Saint James, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 99%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Smithtown High School East, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Saint James, NY (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Smithtown High School East
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
10 School St
Saint James, NY 11780
(631) 382-2705
Saint James, NY 11780
(631) 382-2705
Gr: 9-12 | 1,403 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 25%
Saint James, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
10 School Street
Saint James, NY 11780
(631) 382-2700
Saint James, NY 11780
(631) 382-2700
Gr: 6-8 | 660 students Minority enrollment: 7%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Saint James, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Saint James, NY include Smithtown High School East.
How many public high schools are located in Saint James?
1 public high schools are located in Saint James.
What is the racial composition of students in Saint James?
Saint James public high schools minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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