Excellent
#280 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 6% in state
Long Beach High School
High School · LONG BEACH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
322 LAGOON DR W, Long Beach, NY 11561
Enrollment
1,300
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,300
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#280 of 4,742
In Long Beach
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#1 of 6
LONG BEACH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Long Beach High School
Long Beach High School is a public high school in Long Beach, NY, part of LONG BEACH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT. Long Beach High School serves approximately 1,300 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Long Beach High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #280 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Long Beach High School show 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
35% of students at Long Beach 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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Long Beach High School — Students at Long Beach High School score 83% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
10.7%
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: 8.8/10.
How Long Beach High School Compares
See how Long Beach 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
322 LAGOON DR W, Long Beach, NY 11561
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Long Beach High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SCHOOL 7-OCEANSIDE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Oceanside), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CASTLETON ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL OF OCEANSIDE (rated 7.5/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Oceanside), a more accessible option. Additionally, HARRIET EISMAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Long Beach, see our Long Beach schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| LIDO ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| LONG BEACH MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Long Beach | 0.7 mi | 6.8 |
| ISLAND PARK LINCOLN ORENS MIDDLE SCHOOL Island Park | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| FRANCIS X HEGARTY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Island Park | 1.3 mi | 6.2 |
| HARRIET EISMAN COMMUNITY SCHOOL Long Beach | 1.4 mi | 5.0 |
| SCHOOL 9E-BOARDMAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oceanside | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| SCHOOL 9M-OCEANSIDE MIDDLE SCHOOL Oceanside | 2.0 mi | 6.8 |
| TORAH HIGH SCHOOL LONG BEACH Long Beach | 2.0 mi | 4.6 |
| SCHOOL 4 Oceanside | 2.6 mi | 8.5 |
| SCHOOL 8 Oceanside | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| SCHOOL 7-OCEANSIDE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oceanside | 2.9 mi | 9.1 |
| BALDWIN MIDDLE SCHOOL Baldwin | 2.8 mi | 7.0 |
| MEADOW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 2.9 mi | 8.1 |
| LINDELL BOULEVARD SCHOOL Long Beach | 2.5 mi | 7.7 |
| SCHOOL 3 Oceanside | 3.4 mi | 7.2 |
| CASTLETON ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL OF OCEANSIDE Oceanside | 3.4 mi | 7.5 |
| SCHOOL 6-KINDERGARTEN CENTER Oceanside | 3.4 mi | 5.3 |
| SCHOOL 2 Oceanside | 3.5 mi | 7.6 |
| STEELE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baldwin | 3.4 mi | 7.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11561 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,903
Median Home Value
$676,600
Median Rent
$2,462/mo
Population
38,847
College Educated
52.8%
Homeownership
64.3%
Avg Commute
41.7 min
Poverty Rate
7.3%
Median Age
46
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Burnt Hills, NY | 8.6 |
| CARMEL HIGH SCHOOL Carmel, NY | 8.6 |
| FOX LANE HIGH SCHOOL Bedford, NY | 8.6 |
| HAUPPAUGE HIGH SCHOOL Hauppauge, NY | 8.6 |
| HIGH SCHOOL OF TELECOMMUNICATION ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn, NY | 8.6 |
| LAKELAND HIGH SCHOOL Shrub Oak, NY | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Long Beach High School
What grades does Long Beach High School serve?
Long Beach High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Long Beach High School?
Long Beach High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,300 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Long Beach High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Long Beach High School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Long Beach High School rank in NY?
Long Beach High School ranks #280 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Long Beach High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Long Beach 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 Long Beach High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Long Beach High School has 90% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 90% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Long Beach High School a charter school?
No, Long Beach High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Long Beach High School a Title I school?
No, Long Beach High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Long Beach High School?
10.7% of students at Long Beach 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
- 1,300
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 123
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 10.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.2%
- Phone
- (516) 897-2012
- 4-Year Graduation
- 98.0%
Resources & Links
District
LONG BEACH CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 3,602
- Schools in District
- 6
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $39,590
- District Rank
- #1 of 6
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