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#386 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 8% in state

Farmingdale Senior High School

High School · FARMINGDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

150 LINCOLN ST, Farmingdale, NY 11735

Enrollment

1,690

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

8.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#386 of 4,742

In Farmingdale

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 6

FARMINGDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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8.4/10

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About Farmingdale Senior High School

Farmingdale Senior High School is a public high school in Farmingdale, NY, part of FARMINGDALE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Farmingdale Senior High School serves approximately 1,690 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Farmingdale Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #386 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Farmingdale Senior High School show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.4 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.4 · Excellent
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.9Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency92% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency80% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)57% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+22.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
College Readiness8.0Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate96%
AP Participation30.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$35,231
Chronic Absenteeism20.7%

Farmingdale Senior High School — Students at Farmingdale Senior High School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 57%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 91.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 89.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2013
Math
57%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2016
Math
94%
ELA
96%
2017
Math
90%
ELA
96%
2018
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2019
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2020*
Math
92%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
92%
ELA
67%

* 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: 7.9/10.

How Farmingdale Senior High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.4/10
92th percentile in NY
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
7.9/10
Very Good
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
29
13 boys' · 16 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
35%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
161 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
30.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics29sports offered
13 boys'·16 girls'·41 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

150 LINCOLN ST, Farmingdale, NY 11735

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Farmingdale Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PLAINEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Massapequa), with a very similar rating. Another option is NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Amityville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Massapequa), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Farmingdale, see our Farmingdale schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.1 mi
School Distance Rating
WOODWARD PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Farmingdale 0.6 mi 6.3
ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa 0.7 mi 7.8
SALTZMAN EAST MEMORIAL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Farmingdale 1.0 mi 5.0
MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.3 mi 7.6
EAST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.5 mi 5.9
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amityville 1.4 mi 8.4
HOWITT SCHOOL Farmingdale 1.6 mi 6.0
BETHESDA SDA JUNIOR ACADEMY Amityville 1.5 mi 5.8
EASTPLAIN SCHOOL N. Massapequa 1.5 mi 5.8
MHS AMES CAMPUS Massapequa 1.9 mi 5.0
LOCKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.9 mi 7.0
NORTHSIDE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Farmingdale 2.2 mi 6.1
PLAINEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 1.7 mi 8.6
EDMUND W MILES MIDDLE SCHOOL Amityville 1.8 mi 4.7
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL North Massapequa 1.9 mi
CHARLES E SCHWARTING SCHOOL Massapequa 1.9 mi 6.2
UNQUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 2.4 mi 5.5
NORTHEAST SCHOOL Amityville 1.9 mi 6.2
BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Massapequa 2.5 mi 8.2
JOHN H WEST SCHOOL Bethpage 2.1 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11735 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$146,190

Median Home Value

$572,000

Median Rent

$2,285/mo

Population

32,778

College Educated

44.7%

Homeownership

81.9%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

4.1%

Median Age

40.8

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HUNTINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Huntington, NY 8.4
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Farmingdale Senior High School

What grades does Farmingdale Senior High School serve?

Farmingdale Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Farmingdale Senior High School?

Farmingdale Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,690 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Farmingdale Senior High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Farmingdale Senior High School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Farmingdale Senior High School rank in NY?

Farmingdale Senior High School ranks #386 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Farmingdale Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Farmingdale Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 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 Farmingdale Senior High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Farmingdale Senior High School has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Farmingdale Senior High School a charter school?

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

Is Farmingdale Senior High School a Title I school?

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

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

34.7% of students at Farmingdale 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
19 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
38 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,690
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
161
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.7%
4-Year Graduation
96.0%

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