Excellent
#110 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 2% in state
Earl L Vandermeulen High School
High School · PORT JEFFERSON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
350 OLD POST RD, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
9.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
328
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
9.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#110 of 4,742
In Port Jefferson
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#1 of 3
PORT JEFFERSON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Earl L Vandermeulen High School
Earl L Vandermeulen High School is a public high school in Port Jefferson, NY, part of PORT JEFFERSON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Earl L Vandermeulen High School serves approximately 328 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Earl L Vandermeulen High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #110 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Earl L Vandermeulen High School show 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 8.9:1 students to teachers, Earl L Vandermeulen High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Earl L Vandermeulen High School — Students at Earl L Vandermeulen High School score 96% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.4%
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: 8.9/10.
How Earl L Vandermeulen High School Compares
See how Earl L Vandermeulen 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
350 OLD POST RD, Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Earl L Vandermeulen High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WARD MELVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby East Setauket), with a very similar rating. Another option is ROBERT M GRABLE JR MOUNT SINAI HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.5/10, 2.2 miles away, in nearby Mount Sinai), with a comparable rating. Additionally, COMSEWOGUE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Port Jefferson Station), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Port Jefferson, see our Port Jefferson schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PORT JEFFERSON MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson | 0.0 mi | 8.2 |
| PORT JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson | 0.9 mi | 6.6 |
| NORWOOD AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 1.6 mi | 4.8 |
| WARD MELVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket | 1.7 mi | 9.2 |
| ARROWHEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.1 mi | 7.0 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 2.0 mi | 4.9 |
| TERRYVILLE ROAD SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 2.4 mi | 3.3 |
| MINNESAUKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.2 mi | 8.4 |
| SETAUKET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.1 mi | 7.8 |
| MONTESSORI SCHOOL AT OLD FIELD Setauket | 2.2 mi | — |
| ROBERT M GRABLE JR MOUNT SINAI HIGH SCHOOL Mount Sinai | 2.2 mi | 8.5 |
| BOYLE ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 3.0 mi | 4.2 |
| CLINTON AVENUE SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 2.9 mi | 4.4 |
| NASSAKEAG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.7 mi | 9.2 |
| COMSEWOGUE HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station | 2.8 mi | 8.3 |
| MOUNT SINAI MIDDLE SCHOOL Mount Sinai | 2.5 mi | 6.6 |
| MOUNT SINAI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mount Sinai | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| PAUL J GELINAS JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL East Setauket | 2.7 mi | 8.9 |
| HAWKINS PATH SCHOOL Selden | 4.2 mi | 4.0 |
| NORTH COLEMAN ROAD SCHOOL Centereach | 4.3 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11777 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,519
Median Home Value
$655,900
Median Rent
$2,261/mo
Population
9,347
College Educated
68.7%
Homeownership
74.3%
Avg Commute
32.2 min
Poverty Rate
5%
Median Age
45.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Earl L Vandermeulen High School
What grades does Earl L Vandermeulen High School serve?
Earl L Vandermeulen High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Earl L Vandermeulen High School?
Earl L Vandermeulen High School has an enrollment of approximately 328 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Earl L Vandermeulen High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Earl L Vandermeulen High School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Earl L Vandermeulen High School rank in NY?
Earl L Vandermeulen High School ranks #110 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Earl L Vandermeulen High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Earl L Vandermeulen High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Earl L Vandermeulen High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Earl L Vandermeulen High School has 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Earl L Vandermeulen High School a charter school?
No, Earl L Vandermeulen High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Earl L Vandermeulen High School a Title I school?
No, Earl L Vandermeulen High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Earl L Vandermeulen High School?
10.4% of students at Earl L Vandermeulen 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
- 328
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 14.0%
- Phone
- (631) 791-4421
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
PORT JEFFERSON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 908
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $46,246
- District Rank
- #1 of 3
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