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#202 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 4% in state

Great Neck South High School

High School · GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

341 LAKEVILLE RD, Great Neck, NY 11020

Enrollment

1,322

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Great Neck

#3 of 9

public schools

New York high schools

#42 of 1,160

In district

#3 of 10

GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Great Neck South High School

Great Neck South High School is a public high school in Great Neck, NY, part of the GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 1,322 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.3:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.6/10, placing it in the 95.8th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 100% proficiency in math and 96% 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 $169,265, where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.8Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change-1.88 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics9.6Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency99.5%
Reading/ELA Proficiency92%
Overall Proficiency96%
Expected (poverty-adj.)68%
vs. Expected+28.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
College Readiness9.5Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation49.5%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$34,140

Great Neck South High School — Students at Great Neck South High School score 96% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

22.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 99.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 95.8%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2019
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2021*
Math
99.5%
ELA
92%

* 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: 5.8/10.

How Great Neck South High School Compares

See how Great Neck South High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
96th percentile in NY
Academic
9.6/10
9.6/10
Growth
5.8/10
Above average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
23%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
117 teachers

Performance Trends

Math proficiency has remained stable from 99.5% (2019) to 99.5% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has declined from 99.5% (2019) to 92% (2021).

Location

341 LAKEVILLE RD, Great Neck, NY 11020

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Neck South 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, NORTH SHORE HEBREW ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Great Neck, see our Great Neck schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.8 mi
School Distance Rating
GREAT NECK SOUTH MIDDLE SCHOOL Great Neck 0.2 mi 7.3
NORTH SHORE HEBREW ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL Great Neck 0.4 mi 6.9
COUNTRYSIDE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Great Neck 0.4 mi —
MAGEN ISRAEL-GAN ISRAEL CENTER INC Great Neck 1.1 mi 6.3
EARLY CHILDHOOD CENTER New Hyde Park 1.3 mi 3.9
NOTRE DAME SCHOOL New Hyde Park 1.4 mi 6.6
BUCKLEY COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Roslyn 1.2 mi 8.0
JAMES J AMBROSE SCHOOL (THE) Floral Park 1.6 mi 6.6
OUR LADY OF THE SNOWS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Floral Park 1.6 mi 5.7
MANOR OAKS WILLIAM BOWIE SCHOOL New Hyde Park 1.6 mi 6.8
LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Great Neck 1.4 mi 8.3
PS 186 CASTLEWOOD Bellerose 1.6 mi 6.6
PS 224 Bellerose 1.6 mi 7.5
MANHASSET MIDDLE SCHOOL Manhasset 1.9 mi 7.5
MANHASSET SECONDARY SCHOOL Manhasset 1.9 mi 8.3
YESHIVA HAR TORAH Bellerose 1.6 mi 4.5
IRWIN ALTMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL 172 Floral Park 1.8 mi 6.5
SHELTER ROCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Manhasset 1.7 mi 7.7
HILLSIDE GRADE SCHOOL New Hyde Park 1.8 mi 7.5
OUR LADY OF GRACE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Manhasset 1.8 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11020 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$169,265

Median Home Value

$1,155,600

Median Rent

$2,845/mo

Population

5,986

College Educated

62.9%

Homeownership

86.4%

Avg Commute

36.1 min

Poverty Rate

6.3%

Median Age

44.2

Community Profile

The community surrounding Great Neck South High School has a median household income of $169,265. It is a well-educated community where 63% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $1,155,600, with a median rent of $2,845/month. The local poverty rate of 6.3% 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
EAST HAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL East Hampton, NY 8.6
GEORGE W HEWLETT HIGH SCHOOL Hewlett, NY 8.6
HALF HOLLOW HILLS HIGH SCHOOL EAST Dix Hills, NY 8.6
SCHOOL 7-OCEANSIDE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oceanside, NY 8.6
BETHPAGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bethpage, NY 8.7
BREWSTER HIGH SCHOOL Brewster, NY 8.7

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Neck South High School

What grades does Great Neck South High School serve?

Great Neck South High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Great Neck South High School?

Great Neck South High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,322 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Neck South High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Neck South High School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Neck South High School rank in NY?

Great Neck South High School is ranked #202 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Great Neck South High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Neck South High School has a composite rating of 8.6 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 South High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Great Neck South High School has 99.5% math proficiency and 95.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Great Neck South High School a charter school?

No, Great Neck South High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Great Neck South High School a Title I school?

No, Great Neck South High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Neck South High School?

22.9% of students at Great Neck South 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
28 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable
County Safety
Elevated (982/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,322
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
117
Free/Reduced Lunch
22.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Phone
(516) 441-4800
Data Year
2023–2024

Resources & Links

School Website ↗ Google Maps & Reviews ↗ GreatSchools Profile ↗ Niche Reviews ↗ Official NCES Data ↗

District

GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,841
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$35,780
District Rank
#3 of 10

Other Schools in This District

SADDLE ROCK SCHOOL 9.1 JOHN F KENNEDY SCHOOL 9.0 GREAT NECK NORTH HIGH SCHOOL 8.3 LAKEVILLE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 8.3 E M BAKER SCHOOL 8.0

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

Read our full methodology
Data sources
NCES CCDSY 2022-23NY EDFACTS2020-21NCES EdFacts2019–2022Census ACS2019-2023MySchoolScout Rankings2024 Full details →

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