Excellent
#285 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 6% in state
Plainedge Senior High School
High School · PLAINEDGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
241 WYNGATE DR, Massapequa, NY 11758
Enrollment
847
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
847
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
8.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#285 of 4,742
In Massapequa
#2 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
PLAINEDGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Plainedge Senior High School
Plainedge Senior High School is a public high school in Massapequa, NY, part of PLAINEDGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Plainedge Senior High School serves approximately 847 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Plainedge Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #285 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Plainedge Senior High School show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 98% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Plainedge Senior High School — Students at Plainedge Senior High School score 97% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.1%
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: 8.5/10.
How Plainedge Senior High School Compares
See how Plainedge Senior 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
241 WYNGATE DR, Massapequa, NY 11758
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Plainedge Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SEAFORD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.2/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Seaford), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ISLAND TREES HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Levittown), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, GEN DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.8/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby Levittown), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Massapequa, see our Massapequa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHARLES E SCHWARTING SCHOOL Massapequa | 0.5 mi | 6.2 |
| MONTESSORI CHILDRENS SCHOOL North Massapequa | 0.6 mi | — |
| MARIA REGINA SCHOOL Seaford | 0.6 mi | 6.0 |
| EASTPLAIN SCHOOL N. Massapequa | 0.8 mi | 5.8 |
| LOCKHART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa | 1.1 mi | 7.0 |
| EAST BROADWAY SCHOOL Seaford | 1.0 mi | 7.7 |
| ALBANY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Massapequa | 1.0 mi | 7.8 |
| MHS AMES CAMPUS Massapequa | 1.1 mi | 5.0 |
| SEAFORD MANOR SCHOOL Seaford | 1.2 mi | 9.0 |
| JOHN H WEST SCHOOL Bethpage | 1.3 mi | 6.1 |
| SEAFORD MIDDLE SCHOOL Seaford | 1.2 mi | 7.5 |
| SEAFORD SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Seaford | 1.4 mi | 9.2 |
| MCKENNA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa Park | 1.5 mi | 7.6 |
| PLAINEDGE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bethpage | 1.9 mi | 7.0 |
| ISLAND TREES HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 1.8 mi | 9.0 |
| FAIRFIELD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Massapequa | 2.1 mi | 6.5 |
| FARMINGDALE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Farmingdale | 1.7 mi | 8.4 |
| WOODWARD PARKWAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Farmingdale | 1.8 mi | 6.3 |
| GEN DOUGLAS MACARTHUR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown | 1.7 mi | 8.8 |
| ISLAND TREES MIDDLE SCHOOL Levittown | 2.0 mi | 7.8 |
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
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| BURNT HILLS-BALLSTON LAKE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Burnt Hills, NY | 8.6 |
| COLD SPRING HARBOR HIGH SCHOOL Cold Spring Harbor, NY | 8.6 |
| EAST AURORA HIGH SCHOOL East Aurora, NY | 8.6 |
| ELWOOD/JOHN GLENN HIGH SCHOOL Elwood, NY | 8.6 |
| HAUPPAUGE HIGH SCHOOL Hauppauge, NY | 8.6 |
| HENDRICK HUDSON HIGH SCHOOL Montrose, NY | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Plainedge Senior High School
What grades does Plainedge Senior High School serve?
Plainedge Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Plainedge Senior High School?
Plainedge Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 847 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Plainedge Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Plainedge Senior High School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Plainedge Senior High School rank in NY?
Plainedge Senior High School ranks #285 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Plainedge Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Plainedge Senior 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 Plainedge Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Plainedge Senior High School has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 98% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Plainedge Senior High School a charter school?
No, Plainedge Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Plainedge Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Plainedge Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Plainedge Senior High School?
16.1% of students at Plainedge Senior 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 847
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 68
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 24.7%
- Phone
- (516) 992-7550
- 4-Year Graduation
- 98.0%
Resources & Links
District
PLAINEDGE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,948
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,842
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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