Excellent
#554 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 12% in state
Centereach High School
High School · MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
14 43RD ST, Centereach, NY 11720
Enrollment
1,464
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,464
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#554 of 4,742
In Centereach
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 14
MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Centereach High School
Centereach High School is a public high school in Centereach, NY, part of MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Centereach High School serves approximately 1,464 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Centereach High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #554 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Centereach High School show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.1
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Centereach High School — Students at Centereach High School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.3/10.
How Centereach High School Compares
See how Centereach 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
14 43RD ST, Centereach, NY 11720
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Centereach High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WARD MELVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL NORTH (rated 8.6/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Lake Ronkonkoma), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.9/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Selden), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Centereach, see our Centereach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| DAWNWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach | 0.1 mi | 5.2 |
| UNITY DRIVE KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Centereach | 0.7 mi | 4.0 |
| OXHEAD ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 0.6 mi | 3.7 |
| OUR SAVIOR NEW AMERICAN SCHOOL Centereach | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| NORTH COLEMAN ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| JERICHO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Centereach | 1.4 mi | 4.9 |
| SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach | 1.4 mi | 5.5 |
| NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| HOLBROOK ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 2.1 mi | 4.8 |
| EUGENE AUER MEMORIAL SCHOOL Lake Grove | 1.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ROBERT CUSHMAN MURPHY JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket | 1.9 mi | 8.6 |
| HAWKINS PATH SCHOOL Selden | 1.8 mi | 4.0 |
| ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.5 mi | 7.0 |
| BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 2.3 mi | 4.2 |
| SACHEM HIGH SCHOOL NORTH Lake Ronkonkoma | 2.6 mi | 8.6 |
| CAYUGA SCHOOL Lake Grove | 2.7 mi | 5.9 |
| NASSAKEAG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.8 mi | 9.2 |
| WARD MELVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.9 mi | 9.2 |
| SAMOSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Lake Ronkonkoma | 3.0 mi | 5.8 |
| WENONAH SCHOOL Lake Grove | 2.6 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11720 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$128,015
Median Home Value
$471,600
Median Rent
$2,377/mo
Population
28,669
College Educated
35.3%
Homeownership
85.7%
Avg Commute
31.6 min
Poverty Rate
5.1%
Median Age
38.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| AMHERST CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL Amherst, NY | 8.2 |
| ARCADIA HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 8.2 |
| FAYETTEVILLE-MANLIUS SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Manlius, NY | 8.2 |
| FRANKLIN D ROOSEVELT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hyde Park, NY | 8.2 |
| GRAND ISLAND SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Grand Island, NY | 8.2 |
| GUILDERLAND HIGH SCHOOL Guilderland Center, NY | 8.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Centereach High School
What grades does Centereach High School serve?
Centereach High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Centereach High School?
Centereach High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Centereach High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Centereach High School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Centereach High School rank in NY?
Centereach High School ranks #554 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Centereach High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Centereach High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Centereach High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Centereach High School has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Centereach High School a charter school?
No, Centereach High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Centereach High School a Title I school?
No, Centereach High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Centereach High School?
38.0% of students at Centereach 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
- 1,464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 116
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.9%
- Phone
- (631) 285-8100
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 9,467
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,780
- District Rank
- #1 of 14
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