Walter G. O'Connell Copiague High School is an American four-year college preparatory public high school in the hamlet of Copiague in Suffolk County, New York. Commonly referred to as "Copiague High School," the school is named after its founder and first principal Walter G. O'Connell.
Serving 1,567 students in grades 9-12, Walter G O'connell Copiague High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,567 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Walter G. O'Connell Copiague High School serves an attendance zone that covers the entire school district in Copiague, NY, encompassing approximately 5.1 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the average distance to the zone's edge being about 1.2 miles and the furthest edge located 2.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Walter G O'connell Copiague High School's student population of 1,567 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,567 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1957
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter G O'connell Copiague High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter G O'connell Copiague High School is 0.49, 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
#1480 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
68%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
21%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Royal blue
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Walter G O'connell Copiague High School's ranking?
Walter G O'connell Copiague High School is ranked #1480 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Walter G O'connell Copiague High School often compared to?
Walter G O'connell Copiague High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lindenhurst Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Walter G O'connell Copiague High School?
The graduation rate of Walter G O'connell Copiague High School is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Walter G O'connell Copiague High School?
1,567 students attend Walter G O'connell Copiague High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Walter G O'connell Copiague High School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter G O'connell Copiague High School?
Walter G O'connell Copiague High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Walter G O'connell Copiague High School offer ?
Walter G O'connell Copiague High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walter G O'connell Copiague High School part of?
Walter G O'connell Copiague High School is part of Copiague Union Free School District.
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