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#105 of 4,739 schools in NY

Top 2% in state

Massapequa High School

High School · MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

4925 MERRICK RD, Massapequa, NY 11758

Enrollment

1,439

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

8.9

Grades

10th – 12th

Updated 2022-23

How this school compares

In Massapequa

#2 of 8

public schools

New York high schools

#17 of 1,160

In district

#2 of 9

MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Exceptional

About Massapequa High School

Massapequa High School is a public high school in Massapequa, NY, part of the MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. The school serves approximately 1,439 students in grades 10th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 10.5:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.9/10, placing it in the 97.8th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.

Students demonstrate 98% proficiency in math and 99% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (9.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $157,404, where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

The school is situated in a large suburban setting.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress7.2Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data2
Annual Change+0.12 pts/yr
Data Period2019–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.6Exceptional25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency97%
Reading/ELA Proficiency99.5%
Overall Proficiency98%
Expected (poverty-adj.)72%
vs. Expected+26.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
College Readiness9.3Exceptional30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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AP Participation44.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment9.6Exceptional20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,037

Massapequa High School — Students at Massapequa High School score 98% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

9.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 97.5%
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 98.8%
School
State
N/A

Based on 4 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2019
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2021*
Math
97%
ELA
99.5%

* 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: 7.2/10.

How Massapequa High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
98th percentile in NY
Academic
9.6/10
9.6/10
Growth
7.2/10
Above average
Environment
9.6/10
Above average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
137 teachers

Location

4925 MERRICK RD, Massapequa, NY 11758

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Massapequa High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PLAINEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 2.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, FARMINGDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Farmingdale), a more accessible option. For more schools in Massapequa, see our Massapequa schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
BIRCH LANE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 0.4 mi 8.3
ST ROSE OF LIMA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 0.4 mi 6.2
UNQUA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 0.9 mi 8.5
FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.0 mi 6.5
BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Massapequa 1.1 mi 7.2
MHS AMES CAMPUS Massapequa 1.3 mi 6.6
LOCKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa 1.3 mi 9.1
MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.5 mi 7.1
EAST LAKE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park 1.5 mi 8.1
MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL North Massapequa 1.9 mi
CHARLES E SCHWARTING SCHOOL Massapequa 2.0 mi 4.5
NORTHWEST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Amityville 2.1 mi 7.3
PARK AVENUE SCHOOL Amityville 1.9 mi 4.4
SEAFORD MANOR SCHOOL Seaford 2.1 mi 9.5
MARIA REGINA SCHOOL Seaford 2.2 mi 6.0
PLAINEDGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Massapequa 2.5 mi 8.2
SEAFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Seaford 2.2 mi 6.4
ST MARTIN OF TOURS SCHOOL Amityville 2.1 mi 5.8
ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa 2.7 mi 8.9
FARMINGDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Farmingdale 2.8 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11758 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$157,404

Median Home Value

$624,800

Median Rent

$2,153/mo

Population

54,741

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

93.5%

Avg Commute

36 min

Poverty Rate

3.7%

Median Age

44.3

Community Profile

The community surrounding Massapequa High School has a median household income of $157,404. It is a well-educated community where 50% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $624,800, with a median rent of $2,153/month. The local poverty rate of 3.7% is relatively low. The average commute in the area is 36 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
HORACE GREELEY HIGH SCHOOL Chappaqua, NY 8.9
JOHN F KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore, NY 8.9
SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL Merrick, NY 8.9
PLAINVIEW-OLD BETHPAGE/JFK HIGH SCHOOL Plainview, NY 8.8
WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore, NY 9.0
HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Harrison, NY 9.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Massapequa High School

What grades does Massapequa High School serve?

Massapequa High School serves students in grades 10th through 12th.

How many students attend Massapequa High School?

Massapequa High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,439 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Massapequa High School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Massapequa High School rank in NY?

Massapequa High School is ranked #105 out of 4,739 schools in NY.

What is Massapequa High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Massapequa High School has a composite rating of 8.9 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Massapequa High School?

Based on the most recent state assessment data, Massapequa High School has 97.5% math proficiency and 98.8% reading/ELA proficiency.

Is Massapequa High School a charter school?

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

Is Massapequa High School a Title I school?

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

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

9.9% of students at Massapequa 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
82 Very Walkable
Transit Score
36 Some Transit
Bike Score
55 Bikeable
County Safety
Elevated (982/100K)

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
10th – 12th
Enrollment
1,439
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
137
Free/Reduced Lunch
9.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Nassau County
Data Year
2023–2024

District

MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
District Enrollment
6,542
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$32,155
District Rank
#2 of 9

How We Rate Schools

Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.

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