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#470 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 10% in state

Hampton Bays High School

High School · HAMPTON BAYS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

88 ARGONNE RD, Hampton Bays, NY 11946

Enrollment

755

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#470 of 4,742

In Hampton Bays

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#1 of 3

HAMPTON BAYS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Equity

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Hampton Bays High School

8.3/10

High School in Hampton Bays · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Hampton Bays Elementary School

5.3/10

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4.4/10

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About Hampton Bays High School

Hampton Bays High School is a public high school in Hampton Bays, NY, part of HAMPTON BAYS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Hampton Bays High School serves approximately 755 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hampton Bays High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #470 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Hampton Bays High School show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.3 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.02 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency97.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)48% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+29.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College Readiness7.2Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation24.9%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,798
Chronic Absenteeism18.3%

Hampton Bays High School — Students at Hampton Bays High School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

61.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 91.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 88.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2013
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
97.5%
2017
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2018
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2019
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2020*
Math
97.5%
ELA
57%
2021*
Math
97.5%
ELA
57%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Hampton Bays High School Compares

See how Hampton Bays High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in NY
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
8.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
23
11 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
61%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
24.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
11 boys'·12 girls'·33 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

88 ARGONNE RD, Hampton Bays, NY 11946

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Hampton Bays High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WESTHAMPTON BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 8.3 miles away, in nearby Westhampton Beach), which scores slightly higher. Another option is SOUTHAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 7.1 miles away, in nearby Southampton), with a very similar rating. Additionally, MATTITUCK JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 8.5 miles away, in nearby Mattituck), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hampton Bays, see our Hampton Bays schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.8 mi
School Distance Rating
HAMPTON BAYS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Hampton Bays 0.6 mi 5.3
HAMPTON BAYS MIDDLE SCHOOL Hampton Bays 0.7 mi 4.4
SOUTHAMPTON MONTESSORI SCHOOL Southampton 4.1 mi
EAST QUOGUE SCHOOL East Quogue 4.5 mi 6.5
TUCKAHOE SCHOOL Southampton 5.1 mi 5.2
QUOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Quogue 6.2 mi 7.5
OUR LADY OF THE HAMPTONS REGIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL Southampton 6.3 mi 6.3
SOUTHAMPTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Southampton 6.4 mi 4.7
MATTITUCK JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Mattituck 8.5 mi 7.3
NEW SUFFOLK SCHOOL New Suffolk 8.4 mi
SOUTHAMPTON INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Southampton 6.9 mi 4.5
SOUTHAMPTON HIGH SCHOOL Southampton 7.1 mi 8.4
AQUEBOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Aquebogue 7.8 mi 5.5
PECONIC COMMUNITY SCHOOL Aquebogue 8.2 mi 5.5
PHILLIPS AVENUE SCHOOL Riverhead 7.9 mi 3.5
WESTHAMPTON BEACH SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Westhampton Beach 8.3 mi 8.9
WESTHAMPTON MIDDLE SCHOOL Westhampton Beach 8.4 mi 7.7
WESTHAMPTON BEACH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Westhampton Beach 8.5 mi 6.3
MATTITUCK-CUTCHOGUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cutchogue 10.7 mi 7.5
ROANOKE AVENUE SCHOOL Riverhead 8.8 mi 3.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11946 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$128,844

Median Home Value

$691,300

Median Rent

$2,288/mo

Population

17,303

College Educated

42.7%

Homeownership

78.2%

Avg Commute

34.3 min

Poverty Rate

8.7%

Median Age

43.5

Similar Schools

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School Rating
BROCKPORT HIGH SCHOOL Brockport, NY 8.3
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EDGEMONT JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scarsdale, NY 8.3
INSTITUTE FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONS AT CAMBRIA HEIGHTS Cambria Heights, NY 8.3
LEON M GOLDSTEIN HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES Brooklyn, NY 8.3
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Scotia, NY 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Hampton Bays High School

What grades does Hampton Bays High School serve?

Hampton Bays High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Hampton Bays High School?

Hampton Bays High School has an enrollment of approximately 755 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Hampton Bays High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Hampton Bays High School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Hampton Bays High School rank in NY?

Hampton Bays High School ranks #470 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Hampton Bays High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Hampton Bays High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Hampton Bays High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Hampton Bays High School has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Hampton Bays High School a charter school?

No, Hampton Bays High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Hampton Bays High School a Title I school?

No, Hampton Bays High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hampton Bays High School?

61.1% of students at Hampton Bays 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
755
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
61.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.3%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

HAMPTON BAYS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,018
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$26,798
District Rank
#1 of 3

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