Serving 1,163 students in grades 9-12, West Islip Senior High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 71% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 20% 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: 1,163 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: West Islip Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in West Islip, NY, covering approximately 8.6 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.7 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 2.8 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Islip Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
West Islip Senior High School's student population of 1,163 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,163 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1957
School Rankings
West Islip Senior High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Islip Senior High School is 0.34, 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
#939 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
1%
15%
White
80%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 26-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Islip Senior High School's ranking?
West Islip Senior High School is ranked #939 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Islip Senior High School?
The graduation rate of West Islip Senior High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend West Islip Senior High School?
1,163 students attend West Islip Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of West Islip Senior High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Islip Senior High School?
West Islip Senior High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Islip Senior High School offer ?
West Islip Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Islip Senior High School part of?
West Islip Senior High School is part of West Islip Union Free School District.
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