West Hempstead Union Free School District
School District · West Hempstead, New York
Avg Rating
7.0
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$43,067
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Avg Rating
7.0
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$43,067
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Evaluating West Hempstead Union Free School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge West Hempstead Union Free School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
West Hempstead Secondary School
West Hempstead · High. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Cornwell Avenue School
West Hempstead · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
George Washington School
West Hempstead · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
New York rank
#187 of 615
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.8
above New York avg
Per-pupil spending
$43,067
+$15,287 vs New York median
District size
1,617 students
Typical than New York median
The short answer
West Hempstead Union Free School District ranks #187 of 615 New York districts by overall school rating. West Hempstead Union Free School District's schools with real test data average 6.8/10 across 3 schools. Its top-rated schools are West Hempstead Secondary School (8.5/10), Cornwell Avenue School (6.3/10), and George Washington School (5.6/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in West Hempstead Union Free School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (3 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | West Hempstead Secondary School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Cornwell Avenue School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 3 | George Washington School | 5.6 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About West Hempstead Union Free School District
West Hempstead Union Free School District is a West Hempstead, New York school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,617 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.4:1. The district invests $43,067 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.0/10, West Hempstead Union Free School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is West Hempstead Secondary School, which has a composite score of 8.5/10.
In standardized testing, West Hempstead Union Free School District students show an average math proficiency of 63.1% and ELA proficiency of 63.5%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in West Hempstead Union Free School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in West Hempstead Union Free School District with test data.
Schools in West Hempstead Union Free School District
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- New York
- City
- West Hempstead
- Total Enrollment
- 1,617
- Teachers (FTE)
- 142
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in West Hempstead Union Free School District?
West Hempstead Union Free School District has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for West Hempstead Union Free School District?
The average composite rating for West Hempstead Union Free School District is 7.0/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in West Hempstead Union Free School District?
West Hempstead Union Free School District spends $43,067 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Hempstead Union Free School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in West Hempstead Union Free School District is 11.4:1.
What is the top-rated school in West Hempstead Union Free School District?
West Hempstead Secondary School is the highest-rated school in West Hempstead Union Free School District with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What are the test scores in West Hempstead Union Free School District?
Across schools in West Hempstead Union Free School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 63.1% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 63.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does West Hempstead Union Free School District compare to other districts in New York?
West Hempstead Union Free School District has an average school rating of 7.0/10 across 4 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in New York by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.0/10
- Math Proficiency
- 63.1%
- ELA Proficiency
- 63.5%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, New York State Education Dept., and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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