Serving 790 students in grades 9-12, Wyandanch Memorial 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 55-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 790 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wyandanch Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wyandanch Memorial High School's student population of 790 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
790 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wyandanch Memorial High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wyandanch Memorial High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1294 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
58%
29%
Black
41%
16%
White
1%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
100%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
4%
4%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wyandanch Memorial High School's ranking?
Wyandanch Memorial High School is ranked #1294 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Wyandanch Memorial High School often compared to?
Wyandanch Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amityville Memorial 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 55% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wyandanch Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Wyandanch Memorial High School is 55-59%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Wyandanch Memorial High School?
790 students attend Wyandanch Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Wyandanch Memorial High School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are Black, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wyandanch Memorial High School?
Wyandanch Memorial High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wyandanch Memorial High School offer ?
Wyandanch Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wyandanch Memorial High School part of?
Wyandanch Memorial High School is part of Wyandanch Union Free School District.
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