West Islip High School is a public high school in the town of West Islip, in Suffolk County, New York on the South Shore of Long Island. It is part of the West Islip Union Free School District.
Serving 1,199 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 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,199 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%)
- 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
Student Attention
School Overview
West Islip Senior High School's student population of 1,199 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,199 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Blue, Gold
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 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#939 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
80%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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%.
How many students attend West Islip Senior High School?
1,199 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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