Serving 1,309 students in grades 9-12, Smithtown High School-west ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). 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 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,309 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 20%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Smithtown High School-west's student population of 1,309 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 127 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,309 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
127 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Smithtown High School-west ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithtown High School-west is 0.38, 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
#54 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
78%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
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 #54 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% 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?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Smithtown High School-west?
1,309 students attend Smithtown High School-west.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Smithtown High School-west students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 Smithtown High School-west?
Smithtown High School-west has a student ration of 10:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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