Excellent
#100 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 2% in state
Garden City High School
High School · GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
170 ROCKAWAY AVE, Garden City, NY 11530
Enrollment
1,076
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
9.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,076
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
9.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#100 of 4,742
In Garden City
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Garden City High School
Garden City High School is a public high school in Garden City, NY, part of GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Garden City High School serves approximately 1,076 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Garden City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #100 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Garden City High School show 99% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 9.0 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Garden City High School — Students at Garden City High School score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
5.5%
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: 8.1/10.
How Garden City High School Compares
See how Garden City 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
170 ROCKAWAY AVE, Garden City, NY 11530
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Garden City High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW HYDE PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby New Hyde Park), with a comparable rating. Another option is H FRANK CAREY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 1.5 miles away, in nearby Franklin Square), a more accessible option. Additionally, MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Garden City Park), a more accessible option. For more schools in Garden City, see our Garden City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| MINEOLA HIGH SCHOOL Garden City Park | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| MINEOLA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mineola | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| GARDEN CITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Garden City | 0.8 mi | 8.6 |
| JACKSON AVENUE SCHOOL Mineola | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| STRATFORD AVENUE SCHOOL Garden City | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| THE WALDORF SCHOOL OF GARDEN CITY Garden City | 1.0 mi | 8.9 |
| GARDEN CITY PARK SCHOOL Garden City Park | 1.0 mi | 7.4 |
| HOMESTEAD SCHOOL Garden City | 1.2 mi | 6.8 |
| H FRANK CAREY HIGH SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.5 mi | 7.8 |
| HAMPTON STREET SCHOOL Mineola | 1.4 mi | 4.5 |
| NEW HYDE PARK MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| CENTER STREET SCHOOL Williston Park | 1.7 mi | 9.1 |
| WASHINGTON STREET SCHOOL Franklin Square | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| GEORGE WASHINGTON SCHOOL West Hempstead | 1.8 mi | 5.6 |
| ST AIDAN SCHOOL Williston Park | 1.8 mi | 6.6 |
| SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Williston Park | 1.8 mi | 7.5 |
| ST AIDAN UPPER SCHOOL Williston Park | 1.8 mi | 6.1 |
| NEW HYDE PARK ROAD SCHOOL New Hyde Park | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| HEMLOCK SCHOOL Garden City | 1.5 mi | 6.7 |
| ST ANNE'S SCHOOL Garden City | 1.6 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11530 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$202,841
Median Home Value
$987,800
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
28,041
College Educated
70.9%
Homeownership
89.1%
Avg Commute
34.1 min
Poverty Rate
3.4%
Median Age
41.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CLARKSTOWN NORTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New City, NY | 9.0 |
| CLARKSTOWN SOUTH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Nyack, NY | 9.0 |
| EASTCHESTER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Eastchester, NY | 9.0 |
| ISLAND TREES HIGH SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 9.0 |
| JOHN JAY HIGH SCHOOL Katonah, NY | 9.0 |
| LYNBROOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lynbrook, NY | 9.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Garden City High School
What grades does Garden City High School serve?
Garden City High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Garden City High School?
Garden City High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,076 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Garden City High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Garden City High School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Garden City High School rank in NY?
Garden City High School ranks #100 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Garden City High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Garden City 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 Garden City High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Garden City High School has 99% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Garden City High School a charter school?
No, Garden City High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Garden City High School a Title I school?
No, Garden City High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Garden City High School?
5.5% of students at Garden City 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
- 1,076
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 99
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 5.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.9%
- Phone
- (516) 478-2000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 99%+
Resources & Links
District
GARDEN CITY UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,964
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,791
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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