Sayville High School is a public high school located in West Sayville, New York on Long Island. The school is part of Sayville School District. The school was nominated as a National Blue Ribbon School in 2018 for its graduation rate of 98% and 100+ curricular opportunities.
Serving 814 students in grades 9-12, Sayville High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% 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: 814 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: SAYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in West Sayville, NY, covering approximately 5.4 square miles. Most students live within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.6 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 2.7 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sayville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Sayville High School's student population of 814 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
814 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Sayville High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sayville High School is 0.27, 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
#317 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
White
85%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Mascot
Golden Flash
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sayville High School's ranking?
Sayville High School is ranked #317 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sayville High School?
The graduation rate of Sayville High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Sayville High School?
814 students attend Sayville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Sayville High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sayville High School?
Sayville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sayville High School offer ?
Sayville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sayville High School part of?
Sayville High School is part of Sayville Union Free School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
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