For the 2026 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 629 students in 11786, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in 11786, NY is Shoreham-wading River High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 11786 have an average math proficiency score of 65% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 90% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 11786, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 11786 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Shoreham-wading River High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11786, NY Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Shoreham-wading River High School
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
250a Rt 25a
Shoreham, NY 11786
(631) 821-8264
Shoreham, NY 11786
(631) 821-8264
Gr: 9-12 | 629 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 21%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 11786, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 11786, NY include Shoreham-wading River High School.
How many public high schools are located in 11786?
1 public high schools are located in 11786.
What is the racial composition of students in 11786?
11786 public high schools minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
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