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#278 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 6% in state

Lakeland High School

High School · LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

1349 E MAIN ST, Shrub Oak, NY 10588

Enrollment

953

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

8.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#278 of 4,742

In district

#2 of 8

LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

School environment

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Lakeland High School

8.6/10

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

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6.7/10

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7.3/10

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About Lakeland High School

Lakeland High School is a public high school in Shrub Oak, NY, part of LAKELAND CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Lakeland High School serves approximately 953 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lakeland High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #278 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Lakeland High School show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.6
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.32 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency94% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency86% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+16.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
College Readiness7.8Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation30%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.8Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,251
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Lakeland High School — Students at Lakeland High School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 94.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 94.1% (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
97%
ELA
97%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
99.5%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2013
Math
74%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
99.5%
ELA
99.5%
2015
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2016
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2017
Math
95%
ELA
97%
2018
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2019
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2020*
Math
94%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
94%
ELA
77%

* 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: 8.0/10.

How Lakeland High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.6/10
94th percentile in NY
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
9.8/10
Excellent
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
30
14 boys' · 16 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
83 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
30% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics30sports offered
14 boys'·16 girls'·38 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

1349 E MAIN ST, Shrub Oak, NY 10588

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lakeland High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Yorktown Heights), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Cortlandt Manor), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PUTNAM VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Putnam Valley), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Shrub Oak, see our Shrub Oak schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
BENJAMIN FRANKLIN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 0.6 mi 6.7
LAKELAND-COPPER BEECH MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 1.1 mi 7.3
GEORGE WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 1.1 mi 8.4
PUTNAM VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Putnam Valley 1.3 mi 7.3
PUTNAM VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Putnam Valley 1.3 mi 8.0
CROMPOND SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 1.8 mi 6.8
LINCOLN TITUS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Crompond 2.1 mi 7.1
VAN CORTLANDTVILLE SCHOOL Mohegan Lake 1.9 mi 5.7
MOHANSIC SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 2.6 mi 9.4
PUTNAM VALLEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Putnam Valley 2.7 mi 8.7
YORKTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 2.8 mi 8.9
THOMAS JEFFERSON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 2.5 mi 7.1
MILDRED E STRANG MIDDLE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 3.0 mi 7.0
WALTER PANAS HIGH SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 3.3 mi 8.7
ST COLUMBANUS SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 3.5 mi 6.9
BROOKSIDE SCHOOL Yorktown Heights 4.0 mi 9.1
OHR HAMEIR SEMINARY - TIFERETH ISRAEL HIGH SCHOOL Courtland Manor 4.7 mi 4.8
HILLCREST SCHOOL Peekskill 4.2 mi 4.7
BLUE MOUNTAIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 5.1 mi 6.8
FURNACE WOODS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Cortlandt Manor 5.3 mi 8.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10588 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$171,598

Median Home Value

$522,400

Median Rent

$1,281/mo

Population

3,081

College Educated

51.9%

Homeownership

65.3%

Avg Commute

33.7 min

Poverty Rate

0.9%

Median Age

36.9

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COLD SPRING HARBOR HIGH SCHOOL Cold Spring Harbor, NY 8.6
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lakeland High School

What grades does Lakeland High School serve?

Lakeland High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Lakeland High School?

Lakeland High School has an enrollment of approximately 953 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lakeland High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lakeland High School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lakeland High School rank in NY?

Lakeland High School ranks #278 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Lakeland High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lakeland High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Lakeland High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lakeland High School has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Lakeland High School a charter school?

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

Is Lakeland High School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
45 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
953
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
83
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Westchester County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

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