Serving 1,158 students in grades 9-12, Smithtown High School-west 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 77% (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 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,158 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Smithtown High School-West serves the southwest part of Smithtown, NY, covering an area of approximately 11.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone reaching up to 5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithtown High School-west 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
Smithtown High School-west's student population of 1,158 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,158 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Smithtown High School-west 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 Smithtown High School-west is 0.42, 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
#270 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
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)
95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
7%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 31-year historical data available below ↓
White
75%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 33-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
97%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Smithtown High School-west's ranking?
Smithtown High School-west is ranked #270 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Smithtown High School-west often compared to?
Smithtown High School-westis often viewed alongside schools like Smithtown High School East by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% 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 Smithtown High School-west?
The graduation rate of Smithtown High School-west is 97%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Smithtown High School-west?
1,158 students attend Smithtown High School-west.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Smithtown High School-west students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Smithtown High School-west?
Smithtown High School-west has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Smithtown High School-west offer ?
Smithtown High School-west offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smithtown High School-west part of?
Smithtown High School-west is part of Smithtown Central School District.
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