Westhampton Beach High School is a public four-year high school for grades 9–12 in Westhampton Beach, New York, which is located at the southeastern end of Suffolk County on Long Island.
Serving 970 students in grades 9-12, Westhampton Beach Senior High School ranks in the top 30% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 37% 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: 970 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Westhampton Beach Senior High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district, covering approximately 33.4 square miles in Westhampton Beach, NY. Families can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Westhampton Beach Senior High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Westhampton Beach Senior High School's student population of 970 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 80 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
970 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
80 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Preparing Students for the Future'
School Rankings
Westhampton Beach 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 Westhampton Beach Senior High School is 0.52, 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
#1045 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
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)
85-89%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
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
30%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
63%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 25-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Grey
School Mascot
Hurricanes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Westhampton Beach Senior High School's ranking?
Westhampton Beach Senior High School is ranked #1045 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Westhampton Beach Senior High School often compared to?
Westhampton Beach Senior High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Bays High School, Southampton 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 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Westhampton Beach Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Westhampton Beach Senior High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Westhampton Beach Senior High School?
970 students attend Westhampton Beach Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Westhampton Beach Senior High School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 4% 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 Westhampton Beach Senior High School?
Westhampton Beach Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Westhampton Beach Senior High School offer ?
Westhampton Beach Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Westhampton Beach Senior High School part of?
Westhampton Beach Senior High School is part of Westhampton Beach Union Free School District.
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