Excellent
#41 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 1% in state
Sanford H Calhoun High School
High School · BELLMORE-MERRICK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
1786 STATE ST, Merrick, NY 11566
Enrollment
1,217
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
9.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,217
Student-Teacher
9.8:1
Score
9.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#41 of 4,742
In Merrick
#1 of 7
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
BELLMORE-MERRICK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
Academic performance
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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Sanford H Calhoun High School
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About Sanford H Calhoun High School
Sanford H Calhoun High School is a public high school in Merrick, NY, part of BELLMORE-MERRICK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sanford H Calhoun High School serves approximately 1,217 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Sanford H Calhoun High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 out of 10 and ranks #41 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sanford H Calhoun High School show 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
What's said publicly about Sanford H Calhoun High School
Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.
Sources (2)
- This school 9.2 · Excellent
- District avg 9.2
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.8:1 students to teachers, Sanford H Calhoun High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Sanford H Calhoun High School — Students at Sanford H Calhoun High School score 98% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
18.5%
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: 8.9/10.
How Sanford H Calhoun High School Compares
See how Sanford H Calhoun 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
1786 STATE ST, Merrick, NY 11566
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sanford H Calhoun High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.1/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Bellmore), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.6/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Roosevelt), a more accessible option. For more schools in Merrick, see our Merrick schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CAMP AVENUE SCHOOL Merrick | 0.4 mi | 7.3 |
| MERRICK AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Merrick | 0.4 mi | 8.3 |
| PROGRESSIVE SCHOOL OF LONG ISLAND Merrick | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| THE CHILDREN'S LEARNING CENTER Roosevelt | 0.6 mi | 6.4 |
| OLD MILL ROAD SCHOOL Merrick | 0.8 mi | 6.7 |
| GRACE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Merrick | 0.7 mi | 8.5 |
| CHATTERTON SCHOOL Merrick | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| ULYSSES BYAS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Roosevelt | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| PARK AVENUE SCHOOL North Merrick | 0.9 mi | 7.3 |
| COLUMBUS AVENUE SCHOOL Freeport | 1.0 mi | 6.3 |
| BIRCH SCHOOL Merrick | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| ROOSEVELT MIDDLE SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.1 mi | 5.7 |
| ROOSEVELT CHILDREN'S ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.1 mi | 4.9 |
| HAROLD D FAYETTE SCHOOL North Merrick | 1.5 mi | 8.2 |
| WELLINGTON C MEPHAM HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.1 mi | 9.1 |
| ROOSEVELT HIGH SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.3 mi | 6.6 |
| GRAND AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Bellmore | 1.2 mi | 8.2 |
| WASHINGTON ROSE SCHOOL Roosevelt | 1.2 mi | 3.9 |
| NORMAN J LEVY LAKESIDE SCHOOL Merrick | 1.6 mi | 8.1 |
| SMITH STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Uniondale | 1.6 mi | 7.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11566 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,868
Median Home Value
$679,000
Median Rent
$2,803/mo
Population
35,172
College Educated
57.7%
Homeownership
95.5%
Avg Commute
37.6 min
Poverty Rate
2.8%
Median Age
41.9
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| GREAT NECK SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL Great Neck, NY | 9.2 |
| HARRISON HIGH SCHOOL Harrison, NY | 9.2 |
| INDIAN RIVER HIGH SCHOOL Philadelphia, NY | 9.2 |
| JOHN F KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL Bellmore, NY | 9.2 |
| KINGS PARK HIGH SCHOOL Kings Park, NY | 9.2 |
| ROSLYN HIGH SCHOOL Roslyn Heights, NY | 9.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sanford H Calhoun High School
What grades does Sanford H Calhoun High School serve?
Sanford H Calhoun High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sanford H Calhoun High School?
Sanford H Calhoun High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,217 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanford H Calhoun High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sanford H Calhoun High School is 9.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sanford H Calhoun High School rank in NY?
Sanford H Calhoun High School ranks #41 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sanford H Calhoun High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sanford H Calhoun High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.2 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 Sanford H Calhoun High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sanford H Calhoun High School has 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 97% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Sanford H Calhoun High School a charter school?
No, Sanford H Calhoun High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sanford H Calhoun High School a Title I school?
No, Sanford H Calhoun High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sanford H Calhoun High School?
18.5% of students at Sanford H Calhoun 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
- 1,217
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 124
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 18.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Nassau County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 18.7%
- Phone
- (516) 992-1300
- 4-Year Graduation
- 98.0%
Resources & Links
District
BELLMORE-MERRICK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 5,266
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $31,449
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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