Very Good
#1403 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 30% in state
East Rockaway Junior-senior High School
High School · EAST ROCKAWAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
443 OCEAN AVE, East Rockaway, NY 11518
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Enrollment
577
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
7.3
Grades
7th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,403 of 4,742
In East Rockaway
#2 of 4
public schools
In district
#2 of 3
EAST ROCKAWAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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East Rockaway Junior-senior High School
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About East Rockaway Junior-senior High School
East Rockaway Junior-senior High School is a public high school in East Rockaway, NY, part of EAST ROCKAWAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. East Rockaway Junior-senior High School serves approximately 577 students, and covers grades 7th-12th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio. East Rockaway Junior-senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,403 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for East Rockaway Junior-senior High School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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East Rockaway Junior-senior High School — Students at East Rockaway Junior-senior High School score 45% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
33.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 31 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: 6.4/10.
How East Rockaway Junior-senior High School Compares
See how East Rockaway Junior-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
443 OCEAN AVE, East Rockaway, NY 11518
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Rockaway Junior-senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LYNBROOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Lynbrook), which scores notably higher. Another option is MALVERNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Malverne), which scores notably higher. Additionally, CASTLETON ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL OF OCEANSIDE (rated 7.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Oceanside), with a very similar rating. For more schools in East Rockaway, see our East Rockaway schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CENTRE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway | 0.4 mi | 7.9 |
| RIVERSIDE SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| RHAME AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Rockaway | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| SCHOOL 2 Oceanside | 0.6 mi | 7.6 |
| KINDERGARTEN CENTER Lynbrook | 0.9 mi | 7.1 |
| MARION STREET SCHOOL Lynbrook | 0.8 mi | 8.3 |
| LYNBROOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.0 mi | 9.0 |
| SCHOOL 8 Oceanside | 1.2 mi | 7.2 |
| ROSA LEE YOUNG CHILDHOOD CENTER Rockville Centre | 1.2 mi | — |
| CHEDER CHABAD GIRLS OF LONG ISLAND Lynbrook | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| WAVERLY PARK SCHOOL East Rockaway | 1.1 mi | 7.1 |
| SOUTH SIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.3 mi | 8.3 |
| WATSON SCHOOL Rockville Centre | 1.4 mi | 8.9 |
| CASTLETON ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL OF OCEANSIDE Oceanside | 1.1 mi | 7.5 |
| SCHOOL 6-KINDERGARTEN CENTER Oceanside | 1.1 mi | 5.3 |
| DAVISON AVENUE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| HOWARD T HERBER MIDDLE SCHOOL Malverne | 1.6 mi | 5.2 |
| MALVERNE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Malverne | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| LYNBROOK SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Lynbrook | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| SCHOOL 4 Oceanside | 1.4 mi | 8.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11518 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$104,955
Median Home Value
$590,800
Median Rent
$2,306/mo
Population
10,390
College Educated
44.3%
Homeownership
76.2%
Avg Commute
35 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
42
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| A-TECH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| BROOKLYN COLLABORATIVE STUDIES Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| BROOKLYN INSTITUTE FOR LIBERAL ARTS Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| CAREERS IN SPORTS HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.3 |
| CAZENOVIA HIGH SCHOOL Cazenovia, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Rockaway Junior-senior High School
What grades does East Rockaway Junior-senior High School serve?
East Rockaway Junior-senior High School serves students in grades 7th through 12th.
How many students attend East Rockaway Junior-senior High School?
East Rockaway Junior-senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 577 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Rockaway Junior-senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Rockaway Junior-senior High School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Rockaway Junior-senior High School rank in NY?
East Rockaway Junior-senior High School ranks #1,403 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is East Rockaway Junior-senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Rockaway Junior-senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 East Rockaway Junior-senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Rockaway Junior-senior High School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is East Rockaway Junior-senior High School a charter school?
No, East Rockaway Junior-senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Rockaway Junior-senior High School a Title I school?
No, East Rockaway Junior-senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Rockaway Junior-senior High School?
33.6% of students at East Rockaway Junior-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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 7th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 577
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 57
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 33.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.0%
- Phone
- (516) 887-8300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
EAST ROCKAWAY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,128
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $34,321
- District Rank
- #2 of 3
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