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#103 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 2% in state

Island Trees High School

High School · ISLAND TREES UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

59 STRAIGHT LN, Levittown, NY 11756

Enrollment

714

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

9.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#103 of 4,742

In Levittown

#1 of 12

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

ISLAND TREES UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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Island Trees High School

9.0/10

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

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7.8/10

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About Island Trees High School

Island Trees High School is a public high school in Levittown, NY, part of ISLAND TREES UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Island Trees High School serves approximately 714 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Island Trees High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #103 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Island Trees High School show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares2.0 pts above NY schools
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+0.29 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency97.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency97.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency98% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)56% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+41.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation33.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment8.9Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$30,598
Chronic Absenteeism23.4%

Island Trees High School — Students at Island Trees High School score 98% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

36.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 93.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 97.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

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

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
93%
ELA
98%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
99.5%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2013
Math
58%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
96%
2015
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2016
Math
97.5%
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
97.5%
2021*
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Island Trees High School Compares

See how Island Trees High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.0/10
98th percentile in NY
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
8.9/10
Excellent
AP Courses
4
State avg: 2.4
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
36%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
66 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.4%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
33.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·31 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

59 STRAIGHT LN, Levittown, NY 11756

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Island Trees High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. DIVISION AVENUE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 1.7 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is GEN DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PLAINEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Massapequa), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Levittown, see our Levittown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
ISLAND TREES MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown 0.2 mi 7.8
MICHAEL F STOKES SCHOOL Levittown 0.7 mi 8.4
JOHN H WEST SCHOOL Bethpage 0.7 mi 6.1
PLAINEDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bethpage 0.7 mi 7.0
J FRED SPARKE SCHOOL Levittown 0.8 mi 8.6
CENTRAL BOULEVARD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bethpage 1.0 mi 6.6
VARIETY CHILD LEARNING CENTER Levittown 1.0 mi 6.9
EAST BROADWAY SCHOOL Seaford 1.1 mi 7.7
ABBEY LANE SCHOOL Levittown 1.2 mi 7.2
GEN DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown 1.5 mi 8.8
EASTPLAIN SCHOOL N. Massapequa 1.3 mi 5.8
JONAS E SALK MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown 1.5 mi 8.4
GARDINERS AVENUE SCHOOL Levittown 1.5 mi 8.5
THE ELIJA SCHOOL Levittown 1.6 mi 6.7
PLAINEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 1.8 mi 8.6
SUMMIT LANE SCHOOL Levittown 1.6 mi 7.3
JOHN F KENNEDY MIDDLE SCHOOL Bethpage 2.1 mi 8.8
MARIA REGINA SCHOOL Seaford 2.1 mi 6.0
WISDOM LANE MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown 1.7 mi 7.9
DIVISION AVENUE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown 1.7 mi 8.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11756 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$139,901

Median Home Value

$557,300

Median Rent

$2,361/mo

Population

42,553

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

94%

Avg Commute

32.4 min

Poverty Rate

3.5%

Median Age

41.7

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CROTON-HARMON HIGH SCHOOL Croton-On-Hudson, NY 9.0
EASTCHESTER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Eastchester, NY 9.0
JOHN JAY HIGH SCHOOL Katonah, NY 9.0
LYNBROOK SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Lynbrook, NY 9.0
NEW PALTZ SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL New Paltz, NY 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Island Trees High School

What grades does Island Trees High School serve?

Island Trees High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Island Trees High School?

Island Trees High School has an enrollment of approximately 714 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Island Trees High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Island Trees High School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Island Trees High School rank in NY?

Island Trees High School ranks #103 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Island Trees High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Island Trees High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Island Trees High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Island Trees High School has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Island Trees High School a charter school?

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

Is Island Trees High School a Title I school?

No, Island Trees High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Island Trees High School?

36.4% of students at Island Trees 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
55 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
31 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
714
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
66
Free/Reduced Lunch
36.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.4%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

District

ISLAND TREES UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
2,295
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$30,598
District Rank
#1 of 4

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