Serving 792 students in grades 7-12, West Hempstead Secondary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (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 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 792 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hempstead Secondary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
West Hempstead Secondary School's student population of 792 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
792 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
School Rankings
West Hempstead Secondary School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Hempstead Secondary School is 0.69, 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
#379 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)44%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
48%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
18%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 West Hempstead Secondary School's ranking?
West Hempstead Secondary School is ranked #379 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Hempstead Secondary School?
The graduation rate of West Hempstead Secondary School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Hempstead Secondary School?
792 students attend West Hempstead Secondary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Hempstead Secondary School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 18% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hempstead Secondary School?
West Hempstead Secondary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Hempstead Secondary School offer ?
West Hempstead Secondary School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Hempstead Secondary School part of?
West Hempstead Secondary School is part of West Hempstead Union Free School District.
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