Serving 4,398 students in grades 9-12, Brentwood High School ranks in the top 30% 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 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 4,398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brentwood High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Brentwood High School's student population of 4,398 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 312 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
4,398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
312 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brentwood High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brentwood High School is 0.25, which is less 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
#1113 out of 4093 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
86%
29%
Black
9%
16%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brentwood High School's ranking?
Brentwood High School is ranked #1113 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brentwood High School?
The graduation rate of Brentwood High School is 77%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Brentwood High School?
4,398 students attend Brentwood High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Brentwood High School students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brentwood High School?
Brentwood High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brentwood High School offer ?
Brentwood High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brentwood High School part of?
Brentwood High School is part of Brentwood Union Free School District.
School Reviews
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