Serving 1,228 students in grades 9-12, West Babylon Senior High School ranks in the top 20% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% 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: 1,228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 88% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Babylon Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Babylon Senior High School's student population of 1,228 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,228 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
West Babylon Senior 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 West Babylon Senior High School is 0.65, 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
#765 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
88%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
38%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
12%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
White
44%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Babylon Senior High School's ranking?
West Babylon Senior High School is ranked #765 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are West Babylon Senior High School often compared to?
West Babylon Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Babylon High School, Lindenhurst Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Babylon Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Babylon Senior High School is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend West Babylon Senior High School?
1,228 students attend West Babylon Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of West Babylon Senior High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Babylon Senior High School?
West Babylon Senior High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Babylon Senior High School offer ?
West Babylon Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Babylon Senior High School part of?
West Babylon Senior High School is part of West Babylon Union Free School District.
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