Excellent
#375 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 8% in state
Great Neck North High School
High School · GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
35 POLO RD, Great Neck, NY 11023
Enrollment
1,163
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,163
Student-Teacher
8.9:1
Score
8.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Great Neck
#4 of 9
public schools
New York high schools
#82 of 1,160
In district
#4 of 10
GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.6 / 10
Exceptional
About Great Neck North High School
Great Neck North High School is a public high school in Great Neck, NY, part of the GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 1,163 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 8.9:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.3/10, placing it in the 92.1th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 99% proficiency in math and 93% 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 $151,544, where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large suburban setting.
What's said publicly about Great Neck North High School
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What Parents Should Know
With a student-teacher ratio of 8.9:1, Great Neck North High School offers a notably low ratio compared to the national average. This typically means smaller class sizes and more opportunities for one-on-one interaction between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Great Neck North High School — Students at Great Neck North High School score 93% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
23.4%
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
↓ 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: 5.5/10.
How Great Neck North High School Compares
See how Great Neck North High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 98% (2019) to 99.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 98% (2019) to 87% (2021).
Location
35 POLO RD, Great Neck, NY 11023
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Great Neck North High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MANHASSET SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Manhasset), with a very similar rating. Additionally, VILLAGE SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Great Neck, see our Great Neck schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| GREAT NECK NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck | 0.3 mi | 7.6 |
| VILLAGE SCHOOL Great Neck | 0.3 mi | 7.7 |
| SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL Great Neck | 0.6 mi | 9.1 |
| E M BAKER SCHOOL Great Neck | 0.7 mi | 8.0 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL Great Neck | 0.9 mi | 9.0 |
| LONG ISLAND HEBREW ACADEMY Great Neck | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| NORTH SHORE HEBREW ACADEMY Great Neck | 1.3 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 94 DAVID D PORTER Little Neck | 2.0 mi | 6.9 |
| LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Great Neck | 2.0 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 98 DOUGLASTON SCHOOL (THE) Douglaston | 2.2 mi | 7.7 |
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Douglaston | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Bayside | 2.4 mi | 6.3 |
| MANHASSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Manhasset | 1.9 mi | 7.5 |
| MANHASSET SECONDARY SCHOOL Manhasset | 1.9 mi | 8.3 |
| MAGEN ISRAEL-GAN ISRAEL CENTER INC Great Neck | 2.1 mi | 6.3 |
| JHS 67 LOUIS PASTEUR Little Neck | 2.6 mi | 6.0 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bayside | 2.6 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 169 BAY TERRACE Bayside | 2.3 mi | 8.0 |
| BELL ACADEMY Bayside | 2.3 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 221 NORTH HILLS SCHOOL (THE) Little Neck | 2.9 mi | 6.8 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11023 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$151,544
Median Home Value
$1,143,800
Population
9,824
College Educated
67.7%
Homeownership
81.7%
Avg Commute
35.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Median Age
37.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Great Neck North High School has a median household income of $151,544. It is a well-educated community where 68% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,143,800. The local poverty rate of 6.2% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| HUNTINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Huntington, NY | 8.3 |
| MANHASSET SECONDARY SCHOOL Manhasset, NY | 8.3 |
| QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL OF TEACHING LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES Bellerose, NY | 8.3 |
| SMITHTOWN HIGH SCHOOL-WEST Smithtown, NY | 8.3 |
| TAPPAN ZEE HIGH SCHOOL Orangeburg, NY | 8.3 |
| CHANNEL VIEW SCHOOL FOR RESEARCH Rockaway Park, NY | 8.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Great Neck North High School
What grades does Great Neck North High School serve?
Great Neck North High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Great Neck North High School?
Great Neck North High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,163 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Neck North High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Great Neck North High School is 8.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Great Neck North High School rank in NY?
Great Neck North High School is ranked #375 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is Great Neck North High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Great Neck North High School has a composite rating of 8.3 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 Great Neck North High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Great Neck North High School has 98.8% math proficiency and 92.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Great Neck North High School a charter school?
No, Great Neck North High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Great Neck North High School a Title I school?
No, Great Neck North High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Neck North High School?
23.4% of students at Great Neck North 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
- 1,163
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 130
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 23.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Phone
- (516) 441-4700
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 6,841
- Schools in District
- 10
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,780
- District Rank
- #4 of 10
Other Schools in This District
How We Rate Schools
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