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Amityville Memorial High School

High School · AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

250 MERRICK RD, Amityville, NY 11701

Enrollment

953

Student-Teacher

10.6:1

Score

6.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Amityville

#4 of 5

public schools

New York high schools

#705 of 1,160

In district

#4 of 5

AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Amityville Memorial High School

Amityville Memorial High School serves 953 students in grades 9-12 in this Suffolk County community, offering a focused learning environment with a favorable 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio supported by 90 full-time equivalent teachers. The school earns a 6.3 out of 10 rating from MySchoolScout and ranks #1774 out of 4758 schools statewide, placing it in the 63rd percentile among New York high schools. As a regular public high school, Amityville Memorial provides comprehensive secondary education in a setting where students benefit from smaller class sizes that allow for more individualized attention.

The school's academic programs serve a diverse student body with room for continued growth and development. The surrounding Amityville community reflects solid middle-class stability, with a median household income of $97,299 and median home values of $454,300. About 30% of area residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, while the poverty rate remains relatively low at 8.6% among the ZIP code's 27,874 residents.

Located at 250 Merrick Road, the school sits in a large suburban setting that combines residential neighborhoods with convenient access to Long Island's broader educational and cultural resources, providing students with both community connection and regional opportunities.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress1.8Significantly Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-13.38 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics6.2Above Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68%
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5%
Overall Proficiency51%
Expected (poverty-adj.)54%
vs. Expected-3.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile46th
College Readiness7.6Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation21.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$33,251

Amityville Memorial High School — Students at Amityville Memorial High School score 51% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

63.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 72.0%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.3%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2019
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
34.5%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.8/10.

How Amityville Memorial High School Compares

See how Amityville Memorial High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
45th percentile in NY
Academic
6.2/10
6.2/10
Growth
1.8/10
Below average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers

Location

250 MERRICK RD, Amityville, NY 11701

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Amityville Memorial High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MASSAPEQUA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Massapequa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WALTER G O'CONNELL COPIAGUE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.2/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Copiague), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Amityville, see our Amityville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL Amityville 0.6 mi 5.8
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Amityville 0.6 mi 4.4
DEAUVILLE GARDENS WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague 0.5 mi 2.4
DEAUVILLE GARDENS EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague 0.5 mi 2.9
GREAT NECK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague 0.9 mi 6.1
SUSAN E WILEY SCHOOL Copiague 1.0 mi 2.8
EDMUND W MILES MIDDLE SCHOOL Amityville 1.4 mi 6.3
COPIAGUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Copiague 1.4 mi 4.8
BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Massapequa 1.2 mi 7.2
WALTER G O'CONNELL COPIAGUE HIGH SCHOOL Copiague 1.5 mi 6.2
NORTHEAST SCHOOL Amityville 1.7 mi 8.0
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amityville 1.7 mi 7.3
UNQUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.4 mi 8.5
ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.8 mi 5.0
EAST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.9 mi 8.1
WEST GATES AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.8 mi 8.4
BETHESDA SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Amityville 2.5 mi 5.8
MASSAPEQUA HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 2.2 mi 8.9
MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 2.4 mi 7.1
WILLIAM RALL SCHOOL Lindenhurst 2.7 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11701 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$110,639

Median Home Value

$489,000

Median Rent

$2,307/mo

Population

28,174

College Educated

31.2%

Homeownership

67.4%

Avg Commute

29.5 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

44.4

Community Profile

The community surrounding Amityville Memorial High School has a median household income of $110,639. It is an area where 31% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $489,000, with a median rent of $2,307/month. The local poverty rate of 8.5% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Amityville Memorial High School

What grades does Amityville Memorial High School serve?

Amityville Memorial High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Amityville Memorial High School?

Amityville Memorial High School has an enrollment of approximately 953 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Amityville Memorial High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Amityville Memorial High School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Amityville Memorial High School rank in NY?

Amityville Memorial High School is ranked #2628 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Amityville Memorial High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Amityville Memorial High School has a composite rating of 6.2 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Amityville Memorial High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Amityville Memorial High School has 72.0% math proficiency and 57.3% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Amityville Memorial High School a charter school?

No, Amityville Memorial High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Amityville Memorial High School a Title I school?

No, Amityville Memorial High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Amityville Memorial High School?

63.1% of students at Amityville Memorial High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Bike Score
53 Bikeable
County Safety
Low (3/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
953
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Free/Reduced Lunch
63.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,926
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$37,633
District Rank
#4 of 5

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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