Excellent
#22 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 1% in state
Half Hollow Hills High School East
High School · HALF HOLLOW HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
50 VANDERBILT PKY, Dix Hills, NY 11746
Enrollment
1,440
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
9.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,440
Student-Teacher
9.9:1
Score
9.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#22 of 4,742
In Dix Hills
#2 of 9
public schools
In district
#2 of 9
HALF HOLLOW HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Half Hollow Hills High School East
Half Hollow Hills High School East is a public high school in Dix Hills, NY, part of HALF HOLLOW HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Half Hollow Hills High School East serves approximately 1,440 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Half Hollow Hills High School East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #22 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Half Hollow Hills High School East show 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 9.4
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.9:1 students to teachers, Half Hollow Hills High School East sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Half Hollow Hills High School East — Students at Half Hollow Hills High School East score 94% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
28.2%
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: 8.3/10.
How Half Hollow Hills High School East Compares
See how Half Hollow Hills High School East 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
50 VANDERBILT PKY, Dix Hills, NY 11746
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Half Hollow Hills High School East may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HALF HOLLOW HILLS HIGH SCHOOL WEST (rated 9.5/10, 1.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is DEER PARK HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Deer Park), a more accessible option. Additionally, ST ANTHONY'S HIGH SCHOOL (rated 4.1/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Huntington Station), a more accessible option. For more schools in Dix Hills, see our Dix Hills schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11746 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$158,309
Median Home Value
$664,900
Median Rent
$1,907/mo
Population
66,883
College Educated
50.3%
Homeownership
85%
Avg Commute
34.6 min
Poverty Rate
6.9%
Median Age
43.8
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| HORACE GREELEY HIGH SCHOOL Chappaqua, NY | 9.3 |
| PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE/JFK HIGH SCHOOL Plainview, NY | 9.3 |
| SCARSDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY | 9.4 |
| COMMACK HIGH SCHOOL Commack, NY | 9.2 |
| GREAT NECK SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Great Neck, NY | 9.2 |
| HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Harrison, NY | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Half Hollow Hills High School East
What grades does Half Hollow Hills High School East serve?
Half Hollow Hills High School East serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Half Hollow Hills High School East?
Half Hollow Hills High School East has an enrollment of approximately 1,440 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Half Hollow Hills High School East?
The student-teacher ratio at Half Hollow Hills High School East is 9.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Half Hollow Hills High School East rank in NY?
Half Hollow Hills High School East ranks #22 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Half Hollow Hills High School East's MySchoolScout rating?
Half Hollow Hills High School East has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Half Hollow Hills High School East?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Half Hollow Hills High School East has 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Half Hollow Hills High School East a charter school?
No, Half Hollow Hills High School East is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Half Hollow Hills High School East a Title I school?
No, Half Hollow Hills High School East is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Half Hollow Hills High School East?
28.2% of students at Half Hollow Hills High School East 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
- 1,440
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 146
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 28.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.7%
- Phone
- (631) 592-3100
- 4-Year Graduation
- 97.0%
Resources & Links
District
HALF HOLLOW HILLS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 7,248
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,416
- District Rank
- #2 of 9
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