Serving 2,008 students in grades 9-12, Sachem High School North ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 2,008 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Sachem High School North serves the western part of Ronkonkoma, NY, covering an area of approximately 10.6 square miles. Most students live within a 2.1-mile average distance from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 5.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sachem High School North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sachem High School North's student population of 2,008 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 163 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,008 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
163 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1955
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sachem High School North 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 Sachem High School North is 0.56, 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
#442 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
23%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
62%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
96%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sachem High School North's ranking?
Sachem High School North is ranked #442 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Sachem High School North often compared to?
Sachem High School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Sachem High School East by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sachem High School North?
The graduation rate of Sachem High School North is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Sachem High School North?
2,008 students attend Sachem High School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Sachem High School North students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sachem High School North?
Sachem High School North has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sachem High School North offer ?
Sachem High School North offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sachem High School North part of?
Sachem High School North is part of Sachem Central School District.
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