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#481 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 10% in state

North Babylon High School

High School · NORTH BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

1 PHELPS LN, North Babylon, NY 11703

Enrollment

1,558

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#481 of 4,742

In North Babylon

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#1 of 7

NORTH BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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North Babylon High School

8.3/10

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About North Babylon High School

North Babylon High School is a public high school in North Babylon, NY, part of NORTH BABYLON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. North Babylon High School serves approximately 1,558 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. North Babylon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #481 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for North Babylon High School show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.3 pts above NY schools
  • This school 8.3 · 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
Academics9.6Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency90% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency92% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency91% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)52% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+38.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile94th
College Readiness7.2Very Good30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate94%
AP Participation22.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,617
Chronic Absenteeism23.7%

North Babylon High School — Students at North Babylon High School score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 52%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

48.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 88.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 91.7% (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
92%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
93%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
38%
ELA
56%
2014
Math
97%
ELA
97%
2015
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
93%
ELA
95%
2017
Math
95%
ELA
94%
2018
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2019
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2020*
Math
90%
ELA
92%
2021*
Math
90%
ELA
92%

* 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 North Babylon High School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.3/10
90th percentile in NY
Academic
9.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
49%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
117 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
23.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
22.8% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·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

1 PHELPS LN, North Babylon, NY 11703

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering North Babylon High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WEST ISLIP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby West Islip), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WEST BABYLON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby West Babylon), with a very similar rating. Additionally, BABYLON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Babylon), with a comparable rating. For more schools in North Babylon, see our North Babylon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MARION G VEDDER ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 0.2 mi 4.6
WILLIAM E DELUCA JR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 0.5 mi 4.1
ROBERT MOSES MIDDLE SCHOOL North Babylon 0.6 mi 5.3
PARLIAMENT PLACE SCHOOL North Babylon 1.0 mi 5.1
WOODS ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 1.0 mi 4.3
MANETUCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip 1.1 mi 5.7
UDALL ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip 1.1 mi 6.1
BABYLON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Babylon 1.4 mi 7.6
BABYLON MEMORIAL GRADE SCHOOL Babylon 1.6 mi 7.6
OQUENOCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip 1.4 mi 6.1
BABYLON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Babylon 1.8 mi 8.0
MAY MOORE PRIMARY SCHOOL Deer Park 1.9 mi 7.1
BEACH STREET MIDDLE SCHOOL West Islip 1.8 mi 7.5
WEST BABYLON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Babylon 1.9 mi 8.4
PAUL J BELLEW ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Islip 2.0 mi 6.8
WEST BABYLON JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Babylon 1.8 mi 6.1
SOUTH BAY JR ACADEMY OF SDA Babylon 2.2 mi 4.8
WEST ISLIP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL West Islip 2.0 mi 9.0
BELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Babylon 1.7 mi 4.3
JOHN F KENNEDY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Deer Park 2.4 mi 7.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11703 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,140

Median Home Value

$469,900

Median Rent

$2,206/mo

Population

17,205

College Educated

34.5%

Homeownership

85.3%

Avg Commute

32.7 min

Poverty Rate

3.9%

Median Age

43.2

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about North Babylon High School

What grades does North Babylon High School serve?

North Babylon High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend North Babylon High School?

North Babylon High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,558 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at North Babylon High School?

The student-teacher ratio at North Babylon High School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does North Babylon High School rank in NY?

North Babylon High School ranks #481 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is North Babylon High School's MySchoolScout rating?

North Babylon High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 North Babylon High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, North Babylon High School has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is North Babylon High School a charter school?

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

Is North Babylon High School a Title I school?

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

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

48.5% of students at North Babylon 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,558
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
117
Free/Reduced Lunch
48.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
23.7%
4-Year Graduation
94.0%

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