Best 11978 New York Public High Schools

For the 2026-27 school year, there is 1 public high school serving 970 students in 11978, NY.
The top-ranked public high school in 11978, NY is Westhampton Beach Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high school in zipcode 11978 have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 87% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 11978, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 11978 have a Graduation Rate of 95%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Westhampton Beach Senior 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 37% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Best 11978, NY Public High Schools (2026-27)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Westhampton Beach Senior High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
8/
10
Top 30%
49 Lilac Rd
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
(631) 288-3800
Gr: 9-12 | 970 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 37%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 11978, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 11978, NY include Westhampton Beach Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in 11978?
1 public high schools are located in 11978.
What is the racial composition of students in 11978?
11978 public high schools minority enrollment is 37% 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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