Serving 1,428 students in grades 9-12, Smithtown High School East ranks in the top 1% 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 98% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (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 22% 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: 1,428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Smithtown High School East ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Smithtown High School East's student population of 1,428 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 123 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
123 teachers
School Rankings
Smithtown High School East ranks within the top 1% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Smithtown High School East is 0.38, 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
#15 out of 4377 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
78%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Smithtown High School East's ranking?
Smithtown High School East is ranked #15 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Smithtown High School East often compared to?
Smithtown High School Eastis often viewed alongside schools like Smithtown High School-west by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
98% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Smithtown High School East?
The graduation rate of Smithtown High School East is 98%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Smithtown High School East?
1,428 students attend Smithtown High School East.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Smithtown High School East students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Smithtown High School East?
Smithtown High School East has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Smithtown High School East offer ?
Smithtown High School East offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Smithtown High School East part of?
Smithtown High School East is part of Smithtown Central School District.
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