Serving 1,553 students in grades 9-12, Newfield High School ranks in the top 20% 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 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% 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: 1,553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Newfield High School serves the eastern part of its school district in Selden, NY, covering an area of approximately 6.8 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance area, and the furthest edge located about 3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Newfield High School's student population of 1,553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,553 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Rankings
Newfield High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newfield High School is 0.68, 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
#863 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
33%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
93%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red, white, black, grey
School Mascot
Newfield Wolverine
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newfield High School's ranking?
Newfield High School is ranked #863 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Newfield High School often compared to?
Newfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Centereach High School, Longwood 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 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newfield High School?
The graduation rate of Newfield High School is 93%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Newfield High School?
1,553 students attend Newfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Newfield High School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newfield High School?
Newfield High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Newfield High School offer ?
Newfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newfield High School part of?
Newfield High School is part of Middle Country Central School District.
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