East Meadow High School is a public high school in the East Meadow Union Free School District in East Meadow, New York. The school was founded in 1953 and serves students in grades 9−12.
Serving 1,517 students in grades 9-12, East Meadow High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 87% (which is higher than 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 58% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,517 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 95% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Meadow High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
East Meadow High School's student population of 1,517 students has stayed relatively flat 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
1,517 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Year Founded
1953
Colors
Royal blue, Gold
School Rankings
East Meadow High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Meadow High School is 0.70, 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
#100 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
26%
10%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
42%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Meadow High School's ranking?
East Meadow High School is ranked #100 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are East Meadow High School often compared to?
East Meadow High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herricks High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% 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 East Meadow High School?
The graduation rate of East Meadow High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Meadow High School?
1,517 students attend East Meadow High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of East Meadow High School students are White, 26% of students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Meadow High School?
East Meadow High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Meadow High School offer ?
East Meadow High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Meadow High School part of?
East Meadow High School is part of East Meadow Union Free School District.
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