Serving 1,488 students in grades 9-12, North Babylon High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 91% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,488 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 91% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 76% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Babylon High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
North Babylon High School's student population of 1,488 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 116 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,488 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
116 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
North Babylon High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Babylon High School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#304 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
29%
29%
Black
26%
16%
White
35%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Babylon High School's ranking?
North Babylon High School is ranked #304 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are North Babylon High School often compared to?
North Babylon High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Babylon Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
91% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Babylon High School?
The graduation rate of North Babylon High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Babylon High School?
1,488 students attend North Babylon High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of North Babylon High School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Babylon High School?
North Babylon High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Babylon High School offer ?
North Babylon High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Babylon High School part of?
North Babylon High School is part of North Babylon Union Free School District.
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