Excellent
#380 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
Bay Shore Senior High School
High School · BAY SHORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
155 3RD AVE, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Enrollment
1,893
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,893
Student-Teacher
11.2:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#380 of 4,742
In Bay Shore
#1 of 11
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
BAY SHORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Bay Shore Senior High School
Bay Shore Senior High School is a public high school in Bay Shore, NY, part of BAY SHORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Bay Shore Senior High School serves approximately 1,893 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Bay Shore Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #380 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Bay Shore Senior High School show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Bay Shore Senior High School — Students at Bay Shore Senior High School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
55.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.1/10.
How Bay Shore Senior High School Compares
See how Bay Shore Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
155 3RD AVE, Bay Shore, NY 11706
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bay Shore Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Islip), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BRENTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Brentwood), a more accessible option. For more schools in Bay Shore, see our Bay Shore schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| FIFTH AVENUE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.3 mi | 6.3 |
| BROOK AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| BAY SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.6 mi | 5.9 |
| ST PATRICK SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| MARY G CLARKSON SCHOOL Bay Shore | 0.9 mi | 6.2 |
| GARDINER MANOR SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.3 mi | 5.0 |
| BAY SHORE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.4 mi | 5.9 |
| SOUTH COUNTRY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 1.9 mi | 5.4 |
| OAK PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.2 mi | 5.3 |
| HEMLOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| ISLIP MIDDLE SCHOOL Islip | 1.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ISLIP HIGH SCHOOL Islip | 1.8 mi | 8.5 |
| COMMACK ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip | 2.0 mi | 3.6 |
| SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| SOUTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bay Shore | 2.2 mi | 3.6 |
| LAUREL PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.4 mi | 4.7 |
| LORETTA PARK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.4 mi | 3.8 |
| MAUD S SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Islip | 2.3 mi | 4.7 |
| BRENTWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Brentwood | 3.0 mi | 6.8 |
| SOUTHEAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brentwood | 2.7 mi | 4.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11706 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$115,112
Median Home Value
$464,300
Median Rent
$1,885/mo
Population
68,648
College Educated
26.4%
Homeownership
74.8%
Avg Commute
28.1 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
37
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| FAIRPORT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Fairport, NY | 8.4 |
| FARMINGDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Farmingdale, NY | 8.4 |
| HUNTINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Huntington, NY | 8.4 |
| LINDENHURST SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lindenhurst, NY | 8.4 |
| MONROE-WOODBURY HIGH SCHOOL Central Valley, NY | 8.4 |
| ORCHARD PARK HIGH SCHOOL Orchard Park, NY | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bay Shore Senior High School
What grades does Bay Shore Senior High School serve?
Bay Shore Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bay Shore Senior High School?
Bay Shore Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,893 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bay Shore Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Bay Shore Senior High School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bay Shore Senior High School rank in NY?
Bay Shore Senior High School ranks #380 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Bay Shore Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Bay Shore Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Bay Shore Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bay Shore Senior High School has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Bay Shore Senior High School a charter school?
No, Bay Shore Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bay Shore Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Bay Shore Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bay Shore Senior High School?
55.6% of students at Bay Shore Senior 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,893
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 169
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 55.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.8%
- Phone
- (631) 968-1156
- 4-Year Graduation
- 88.0%
Resources & Links
District
BAY SHORE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,788
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,424
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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