Excellent
#318 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 7% in state
East Islip High School
High School · EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
1 REDMEN ST, Islip Terrace, NY 11752
Enrollment
1,178
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,178
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Islip Terrace
#1 of 4
public schools
New York high schools
#67 of 1,160
In district
#1 of 6
EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Exceptional
About East Islip High School
East Islip High School is a public high school in Islip Terrace, NY, part of the EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 1,178 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.4/10, placing it in the 93.3th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 97% proficiency in math and 99% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $148,538, where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
Score Breakdown
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East Islip High School — Students at East Islip High School score 97% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 6.5/10.
How East Islip High School Compares
See how East Islip High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 98% (2019) to 96% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 99.5% (2019) to 97.5% (2021).
Location
1 REDMEN ST, Islip Terrace, NY 11752
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Islip High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. IDLE HOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Oakdale), with a very similar rating. Another option is MAUD S SHERWOOD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Islip), with a very similar rating. Additionally, RUTH C KINNEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Islip Terrace, see our Islip Terrace schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11752 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$148,538
Median Home Value
$482,300
Median Rent
$2,512/mo
Population
8,990
College Educated
31.9%
Homeownership
86.8%
Avg Commute
29.8 min
Poverty Rate
2.9%
Median Age
43.7
Community Profile
The community surrounding East Islip High School has a median household income of $148,538. It is an area where 32% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $482,300, with a median rent of $2,512/month. The local poverty rate of 2.9% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 30 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| EAST MEADOW HIGH SCHOOL East Meadow, NY | 8.4 |
| ISLAND TREES HIGH SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 8.4 |
| ROSLYN HIGH SCHOOL Roslyn Heights, NY | 8.4 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Islip High School
What grades does East Islip High School serve?
East Islip High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend East Islip High School?
East Islip High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,178 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Islip High School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Islip High School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Islip High School rank in NY?
East Islip High School is ranked #318 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is East Islip High School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Islip High School has a composite rating of 8.4 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at East Islip High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, East Islip High School has 97.0% math proficiency and 98.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is East Islip High School a charter school?
No, East Islip High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Islip High School a Title I school?
No, East Islip High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Islip High School?
27.5% of students at East Islip 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
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,178
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 98
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Phone
- (631) 224-2006
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
EAST ISLIP UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,427
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $32,407
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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