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#472 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 10% in state

Comsewogue High School

High School · BROOKHAVEN-COMSEWOGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

565 BICYCLE PATH, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776

Enrollment

1,142

Student-Teacher

12.7:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#472 of 4,742

In Port Jefferson Station

#1 of 6

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

BROOKHAVEN-COMSEWOGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Comsewogue High School

8.3/10

High School in Port Jefferson Station · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Comsewogue High School

Comsewogue High School is a public high school in Port Jefferson Station, NY, part of BROOKHAVEN-COMSEWOGUE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Comsewogue High School serves approximately 1,142 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Comsewogue High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #472 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Comsewogue High School show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.3 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+0.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency86% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency92% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency89% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+29.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile90th
College Readiness6.6Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation18.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,669
Chronic Absenteeism17.1%

Comsewogue High School — Students at Comsewogue High School score 89% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

26.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 89.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 92.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
95%
ELA
98%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
53%
ELA
65%
2014
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2016
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2017
Math
89%
ELA
94%
2018
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2019
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2020*
Math
86%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
86%
ELA
92%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Comsewogue High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in NY
Academic
9.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
29
15 boys' · 14 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
90 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
18.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics29sports offered
15 boys'·14 girls'·43 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

565 BICYCLE PATH, Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Comsewogue High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WARD MELVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), which scores slightly higher. Another option is EARL L VANDERMEULEN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Port Jefferson), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, ROBERT M GRABLE JR MOUNT SINAI HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Mount Sinai), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Port Jefferson Station, see our Port Jefferson Station schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 0.4 mi 4.4
TERRYVILLE ROAD SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 0.8 mi 3.3
JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 0.9 mi 4.9
BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 1.3 mi 4.2
STAGECOACH SCHOOL Selden 2.0 mi 5.8
MOUNT SINAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Sinai 2.1 mi 7.2
ROBERT M GRABLE JR MOUNT SINAI HIGH SCHOOL Mount Sinai 2.2 mi 8.5
HAWKINS PATH SCHOOL Selden 2.1 mi 4.0
MOUNT SINAI MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Sinai 2.2 mi 6.6
NORWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station 1.8 mi 4.8
ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket 1.9 mi 7.0
BICYCLE PATH KINDERGARTEN-PRE K CENTER Selden 2.7 mi 4.1
SELDEN MIDDLE SCHOOL Centereach 2.5 mi 5.5
WARD MELVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket 2.1 mi 9.2
PORT JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson 2.7 mi 6.6
NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden 2.8 mi 7.9
NORTH COLEMAN ROAD SCHOOL Centereach 2.7 mi 5.5
NEW LANE MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Selden 3.1 mi 2.4
EARL L VANDERMEULEN HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson 2.8 mi 9.0
PORT JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson 2.8 mi 8.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11776 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$119,480

Median Home Value

$462,500

Median Rent

$2,220/mo

Population

23,629

College Educated

36.1%

Homeownership

78.4%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.4%

Median Age

40.2

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EDGEMONT JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Comsewogue High School

What grades does Comsewogue High School serve?

Comsewogue High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Comsewogue High School?

Comsewogue High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,142 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Comsewogue High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Comsewogue High School is 12.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Comsewogue High School rank in NY?

Comsewogue High School ranks #472 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Comsewogue High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Comsewogue High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Comsewogue High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Comsewogue High School has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Comsewogue High School a charter school?

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

Is Comsewogue High School a Title I school?

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

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

26.9% of students at Comsewogue 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,142
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
90
Free/Reduced Lunch
26.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.1%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

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