Excellent
#143 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 3% in state
Locust Valley High School
High School · LOCUST VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
99 HORSE HOLLOW RD, Locust Valley, NY 11560
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
8.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
613
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
8.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#143 of 4,742
In Locust Valley
#1 of 4
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
LOCUST VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Locust Valley High School
Locust Valley High School is a public high school in Locust Valley, NY, part of LOCUST VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. Locust Valley High School serves approximately 613 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Locust Valley High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #143 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Locust Valley High School show 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Locust Valley High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
32% of students at Locust Valley High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Locust Valley High School — Students at Locust Valley High School score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.4%
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: 8.7/10.
How Locust Valley High School Compares
See how Locust Valley High School 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
99 HORSE HOLLOW RD, Locust Valley, NY 11560
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Locust Valley High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Glen Head), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GLEN COVE HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.7/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Glen Cove), a more accessible option. For more schools in Locust Valley, see our Locust Valley schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LOCUST VALLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Locust Valley | 0.0 mi | 8.3 |
| LOCUST VALLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Locust Valley | 0.4 mi | 8.0 |
| ANN MACARTHUR PRIMARY Locust Valley | 0.4 mi | 5.6 |
| PORTLEDGE SCHOOL Locust Valley | 1.3 mi | 7.2 |
| GRIBBIN SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.7 mi | 6.8 |
| BAYVILLE PRIMARY Bayville | 1.8 mi | 5.7 |
| CONNOLLY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.2 mi | 4.2 |
| BAYVILLE INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Bayville | 2.0 mi | 5.2 |
| GLEN COVE HIGH SCHOOL Glen Cove | 1.9 mi | 7.7 |
| ROBERT M FINLEY MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.2 mi | 7.1 |
| TIEGERMAN MIDDLE SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.5 mi | 8.8 |
| DEASY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.3 mi | 6.6 |
| NORTH SHORE DAY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 2.7 mi | — |
| TIEGERMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Cove | 3.1 mi | — |
| THEODORE ROOSEVELT SCHOOL Oyster Bay | 3.1 mi | 7.5 |
| LANDING SCHOOL Glen Cove | 3.2 mi | 4.0 |
| NORTH SHORE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Glen Head | 4.0 mi | 9.0 |
| GLEN HEAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Glen Head | 4.1 mi | 8.8 |
| SEA CLIFF ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sea Cliff | 3.8 mi | 9.3 |
| VERNON SCHOOL East Norwich | 3.8 mi | 8.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11560 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,545
Median Home Value
$937,500
Median Rent
$2,467/mo
Population
6,951
College Educated
60%
Homeownership
82.5%
Avg Commute
37.7 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
48.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BYRAM HILLS HIGH SCHOOL Armonk, NY | 8.9 |
| HAVERLING SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bath, NY | 8.9 |
| PLEASANTVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Pleasantville, NY | 8.9 |
| POTSDAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Potsdam, NY | 8.9 |
| SAYVILLE HIGH SCHOOL West Sayville, NY | 8.9 |
| SCIENCE SKILLS CENTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Locust Valley High School
What grades does Locust Valley High School serve?
Locust Valley High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Locust Valley High School?
Locust Valley High School has an enrollment of approximately 613 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Locust Valley High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Locust Valley High School is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Locust Valley High School rank in NY?
Locust Valley High School ranks #143 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Locust Valley High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Locust Valley High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Locust Valley High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Locust Valley High School has 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Locust Valley High School a charter school?
No, Locust Valley High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Locust Valley High School a Title I school?
No, Locust Valley High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Locust Valley High School?
25.4% of students at Locust Valley 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 613
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 71
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.8%
- Phone
- (516) 277-5100
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
LOCUST VALLEY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 1,889
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $45,803
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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