Very Good
#1015 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 21% in state
Glen Cove High School
High School · GLEN COVE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
150 DOSORIS LN, Glen Cove, NY 11542
Enrollment
1,066
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,066
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,015 of 4,742
In Glen Cove
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
GLEN COVE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Glen Cove High School
Glen Cove High School is a public high school in Glen Cove, NY, part of GLEN COVE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Glen Cove High School serves approximately 1,066 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Glen Cove High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #1,015 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Glen Cove High School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
46% of students at Glen Cove High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Glen Cove High School — Students at Glen Cove High School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
53.7%
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: 7.7/10.
How Glen Cove High School Compares
See how Glen Cove 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
150 DOSORIS LN, Glen Cove, NY 11542
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Glen Cove High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Glen Head), which scores notably higher. Additionally, LOCUST VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Locust Valley), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Glen Cove, see our Glen Cove schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GRIBBIN SCHOOL Glen Cove | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| ROBERT M FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove | 0.6 mi | 7.1 |
| DEASY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 0.6 mi | 6.6 |
| NORTH SHORE DAY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 0.8 mi | — |
| TIEGERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.6 mi | — |
| LANDING SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.5 mi | 4.0 |
| TIEGERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| CONNOLLY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.9 mi | 4.2 |
| LOCUST VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Locust Valley | 1.9 mi | 8.9 |
| LOCUST VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Locust Valley | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sea Cliff | 2.4 mi | 9.3 |
| ANN MACARTHUR PRIMARY Locust Valley | 2.1 mi | 5.6 |
| LOCUST VALLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Locust Valley | 2.2 mi | 8.0 |
| NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Glen Head | 2.9 mi | 9.0 |
| PORTLEDGE SCHOOL Locust Valley | 2.3 mi | 7.2 |
| SCO FAMILY SERVICES - TYREE LEARNING CENTER Sea Cliff | 2.9 mi | 7.5 |
| NORTH SHORE MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Head | 3.1 mi | 9.2 |
| GLEN HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head | 3.3 mi | 8.8 |
| GLENWOOD LANDING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head | 3.6 mi | 8.5 |
| GREEK LANGUAGE INSTITUTE Port Washington | 4.1 mi | 3.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11542 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,284
Median Home Value
$659,300
Median Rent
$2,350/mo
Population
29,020
College Educated
40.8%
Homeownership
54.8%
Avg Commute
30.4 min
Poverty Rate
13%
Median Age
43
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BEACON HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.7 |
| EAST SYRACUSE MINOA CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL East Syracuse, NY | 7.7 |
| EAST-WEST SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Flushing, NY | 7.7 |
| IRONDEQUOIT HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 7.7 |
| MAINE-ENDWELL SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Endwell, NY | 7.7 |
| QUEENS METROPOLITAN HIGH SCHOOL Forest Hills, NY | 7.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Glen Cove High School
What grades does Glen Cove High School serve?
Glen Cove High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Glen Cove High School?
Glen Cove High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,066 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Glen Cove High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Glen Cove High School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Glen Cove High School rank in NY?
Glen Cove High School ranks #1,015 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Glen Cove High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Glen Cove High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Glen Cove High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Glen Cove High School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Glen Cove High School a charter school?
No, Glen Cove High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Glen Cove High School a Title I school?
No, Glen Cove High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Glen Cove High School?
53.7% of students at Glen Cove 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
- 1,066
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 96
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 53.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.9%
- Phone
- (516) 801-7610
- 4-Year Graduation
- 89.0%
Resources & Links
District
GLEN COVE CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,248
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,517
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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