Shoreham-Wading River High School is a public secondary school located in Shoreham, New York. The school serves about 800 students in grades 9 to 12 in the Shoreham-Wading River Central School District.
Serving 629 students in grades 9-12, Shoreham-wading River High School 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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: 629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Shoreham-Wading River High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Shoreham, NY, encompassing approximately 37.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from various points within the zone is about 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located 11.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shoreham-wading River High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shoreham-wading River High School's student population of 629 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
629 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1975
School Calendar
School Motto
Unity and Progress
School Rankings
Shoreham-wading River 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 Shoreham-wading River High School is 0.36, 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
#615 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
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
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.4%
34.8%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
55%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shoreham-wading River High School's ranking?
Shoreham-wading River High School is ranked #615 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shoreham-wading River High School?
The graduation rate of Shoreham-wading River High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Shoreham-wading River High School?
629 students attend Shoreham-wading River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Shoreham-wading River High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shoreham-wading River High School?
Shoreham-wading River High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shoreham-wading River High School offer ?
Shoreham-wading River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shoreham-wading River High School part of?
Shoreham-wading River High School is part of Shoreham-Wading River Central School District.
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