Serving 1,229 students in grades 7-12, Valley Stream South High School ranks in the top 20% 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 67% (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 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,229 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Stream South 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
School Overview
Valley Stream South High School's student population of 1,229 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,229 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1955
School Rankings
Valley Stream South 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 Valley Stream South High School is 0.75, which is more 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
#590 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
24%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
31%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
29%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 30-year historical data
White
12%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 25-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Falco The Falcon
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Stream South High School's ranking?
Valley Stream South High School is ranked #590 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Valley Stream South High School often compared to?
Valley Stream South High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Stream Central High School, Valley Stream North High School 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 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Stream South High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Stream South High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Valley Stream South High School?
1,229 students attend Valley Stream South High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Valley Stream South High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 24% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Stream South High School?
Valley Stream South High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valley Stream South High School offer ?
Valley Stream South High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley Stream South High School part of?
Valley Stream South High School is part of Valley Stream Central High School District.
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