Excellent
#154 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 3% in state
Sayville High School
High School · SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
20 BROOK ST, West Sayville, NY 11796
Enrollment
850
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
850
Student-Teacher
10.5:1
Score
8.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#154 of 4,742
In West Sayville
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 5
SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
School environment
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Sayville High School
Sayville High School is a public high school in West Sayville, NY, part of SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. Sayville High School serves approximately 850 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Sayville High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #154 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sayville High School show 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.9 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
Score Breakdown
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Sayville High School — Students at Sayville High School score 90% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
12.8%
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: 8.3/10.
How Sayville High School Compares
See how Sayville 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
20 BROOK ST, West Sayville, NY 11796
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sayville High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BAYPORT-BLUE POINT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 9.0/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Bayport), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CONNETQUOT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Bohemia), with a very similar rating. For more schools in West Sayville, see our West Sayville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| CHERRY AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL West Sayville | 0.3 mi | 6.4 |
| WEST SAYVILLE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL West Sayville | 0.4 mi | 7.2 |
| LINCOLN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sayville | 1.3 mi | 5.2 |
| EDWARD J BOSTI ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia | 1.3 mi | 7.4 |
| SAYVILLE MIDDLE SCHOOL Sayville | 1.7 mi | 8.1 |
| SUNRISE DRIVE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Sayville | 2.0 mi | 4.1 |
| SYCAMORE AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia | 2.1 mi | 4.4 |
| ACADEMY STREET ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| JOHN PEARL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bohemia | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| OAKDALE-BOHEMIA MIDDLE SCHOOL Oakdale | 2.0 mi | 7.6 |
| BAYPORT-BLUE POINT HIGH SCHOOL Bayport | 2.1 mi | 9.0 |
| SYLVAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bayport | 2.7 mi | 8.7 |
| JAMES WILSON YOUNG MIDDLE SCHOOL Bayport | 2.8 mi | 7.1 |
| GRUNDY AVENUE SCHOOL Holbrook | 3.7 mi | 4.2 |
| BLUE POINT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Blue Point | 3.1 mi | 7.6 |
| IDLE HOUR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Oakdale | 3.1 mi | 8.3 |
| MERRIMAC SCHOOL Holbrook | 3.9 mi | 5.8 |
| CONNETQUOT HIGH SCHOOL Bohemia | 4.1 mi | 8.7 |
| SENECA MIDDLE SCHOOL Holbrook | 4.9 mi | 5.9 |
| NYSARC INC-SUFFOLK CHAPTER Bohemia | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11796 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$162,443
Median Home Value
$572,100
Median Rent
$2,519/mo
Population
3,715
College Educated
42.2%
Homeownership
84.1%
Avg Commute
28.6 min
Poverty Rate
1.7%
Median Age
44.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRIGHTON HIGH SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 8.9 |
| BYRAM HILLS HIGH SCHOOL Armonk, NY | 8.9 |
| DIVISION AVENUE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Levittown, NY | 8.9 |
| LOCUST VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL Locust Valley, NY | 8.9 |
| PITTSFORD SUTHERLAND HIGH SCHOOL Pittsford, NY | 8.9 |
| PITTSFORD-MENDON HIGH SCHOOL Pittsford, NY | 8.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sayville High School
What grades does Sayville High School serve?
Sayville High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sayville High School?
Sayville High School has an enrollment of approximately 850 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sayville High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sayville 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 Sayville High School rank in NY?
Sayville High School ranks #154 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sayville High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sayville High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Sayville High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sayville High School has 97% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Sayville High School a charter school?
No, Sayville High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sayville High School a Title I school?
No, Sayville High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sayville High School?
12.8% of students at Sayville 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
- 850
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 81
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 12.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Suffolk County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (631) 244-6600
- 4-Year Graduation
- 98.0%
Resources & Links
District
SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT- District Enrollment
- 2,643
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $35,014
- District Rank
- #1 of 5
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