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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

6.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,050 of 4,742

In Amityville

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Amityville Memorial High School

Amityville Memorial High School is a public high school in Amityville, NY, part of AMITYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Amityville Memorial High School serves approximately 953 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Amityville Memorial High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10 and ranks #2,050 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Amityville Memorial High School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares0.4 pts below NY schools
  • This school 6.6 · Average
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Amityville Memorial High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.81 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency34.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency51% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile60th
College Readiness6.5Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation21.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.0Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$37,633
Chronic Absenteeism32.6%

Amityville Memorial High School — Students at Amityville Memorial High School score 51% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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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 76.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 75.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
86%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
15%
ELA
48%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
85%
ELA
86%
2016
Math
85%
ELA
85%
2017
Math
74%
ELA
84%
2018
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
76%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
34.5%
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: 4.7/10.

How Amityville Memorial High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.6/10
57th percentile in NY
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
8.0/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
18
8 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
32.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
21.1% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics18sports offered
8 boys'·10 girls'·26 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

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 9.1/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Massapequa), which scores notably higher. Additionally, WALTER G O'CONNELL COPIAGUE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Copiague), which scores notably higher. 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 3.8
DEAUVILLE GARDENS WEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague 0.5 mi 7.2
DEAUVILLE GARDENS EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague 0.5 mi 5.8
GREAT NECK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Copiague 0.9 mi 4.2
SUSAN E WILEY SCHOOL Copiague 1.0 mi 3.0
EDMUND W MILES MIDDLE SCHOOL Amityville 1.4 mi 4.7
COPIAGUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Copiague 1.4 mi 4.7
BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Massapequa 1.2 mi 8.2
WALTER G O'CONNELL COPIAGUE HIGH SCHOOL Copiague 1.5 mi 8.0
NORTHEAST SCHOOL Amityville 1.7 mi 6.2
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amityville 1.7 mi 8.4
UNQUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.4 mi 5.5
ALBANY AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.8 mi 6.1
EAST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.9 mi 5.9
WEST GATES AVENUE SCHOOL Lindenhurst 1.8 mi 6.5
BETHESDA SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Amityville 2.5 mi 5.8
MASSAPEQUA HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 2.2 mi 9.1
MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 2.4 mi 7.6
WILLIAM RALL SCHOOL Lindenhurst 2.7 mi 8.0

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

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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 ranks #2,050 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Amityville Memorial High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Amityville Memorial High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.6 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Amityville Memorial High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Amityville Memorial High School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 76% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

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
43 Somewhat Bikeable

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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
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
32.6%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

District

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

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