Hampton Bays High School is a public high school located in Hampton Bays, a hamlet in the Town of Southampton in Suffolk County, New York, United States. It is the only high school operated by Hampton Bays ºÚÁÏÍø¹ÙÍø Schools.
Serving 755 students in grades 9-12, Hampton Bays High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 755 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hampton Bays High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Hampton Bays High School's student population of 755 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
755 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Hampton Bays High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hampton Bays High School is 0.47, 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
#1496 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
66%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
31%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Baymen
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampton Bays High School's ranking?
Hampton Bays High School is ranked #1496 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Hampton Bays High School often compared to?
Hampton Bays High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Southampton High School, Westhampton Beach Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hampton Bays High School?
The graduation rate of Hampton Bays High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Hampton Bays High School?
755 students attend Hampton Bays High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Hampton Bays High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hampton Bays High School?
Hampton Bays High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hampton Bays High School offer ?
Hampton Bays High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hampton Bays High School part of?
Hampton Bays High School is part of Hampton Bays Union Free School District.
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