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William Floyd High School

High School · WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

240 MASTIC BEACH RD, Mastic Beach, NY 11951

Enrollment

3,123

Student-Teacher

14:1

Score

6.4

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#2,242 of 4,742

In Mastic Beach

#1 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT

Academic performance

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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William Floyd High School

6.4/10

High School in Mastic Beach · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About William Floyd High School

William Floyd High School is a public high school in Mastic Beach, NY, part of WILLIAM FLOYD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT. William Floyd High School serves approximately 3,123 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14:1 student-teacher ratio. William Floyd High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,242 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for William Floyd High School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

What's said publicly about William Floyd High School

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026.

The William Floyd Union Free School District is located in Suffolk County, New York, serving communities including Mastic Beach, Shirley, Mastic, and Moriches 2 . Named after Declaration of Independence signer William Floyd, the district is one of the largest on Long Island, with an enrollment of 8,653 students as of 2016 2 . The district operates five elementary schools, two middle schools, and William Floyd High School 2 . At the high school level, the Business Academy hosts an annual Career Café where students meet industry professionals 1 . The school also features a Literary Magazine and Art Honor Society that present an annual Coffee House and Art Auction, which includes live performances and student artwork 1 . Additionally, the district offers summer enrichment programs, including sports camps for grades 1-12 and a music program for students to continue their development 1 .
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  1. www.wfsd.k12.ny.us
  2. en.wikipedia.org
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How it compares0.6 pts below NY schools
  • This school 6.4 · Average
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

William Floyd High School is a large school: 3,123 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

70% of students at William Floyd High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress6.9Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics8.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency76% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)51% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+25.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
College Readiness5.7Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate91%
AP Participation11.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,684
Chronic Absenteeism70%

William Floyd High School — Students at William Floyd High School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 51%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

53.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 77.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 89.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2011
Math
89%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
34%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
75%
ELA
90%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
91%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
91%
2020*
Math
65%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
65%
ELA
87%

* 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: 6.9/10.

How William Floyd High School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.4/10
53th percentile in NY
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
6.9/10
Average
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
20
10 boys' · 10 girls'
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
53%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
223 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
70.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
11.4% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics20sports offered
10 boys'·10 girls'·39 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses4 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

240 MASTIC BEACH RD, Mastic Beach, NY 11951

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William Floyd High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CENTER MORICHES HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Center Moriches), which scores notably higher. Another option is BELLPORT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Brookhaven), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EASTPORT-SOUTH MANOR JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Manorville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Mastic Beach, see our Mastic Beach schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
WILLIAM PACA MIDDLE SCHOOL Mastic Beach 0.2 mi 5.3
NATHANIEL WOODHULL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shirley 0.2 mi 5.1
TANGIER SMITH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Mastic Beach 0.4 mi 4.1
JOHN S HOBART ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shirley 0.4 mi 3.9
WILLIAM FLOYD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Shirley 0.6 mi 4.7
WILLIAM FLOYD LEARNING CENTER Shirley 0.6 mi 8.0
MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Moriches 2.1 mi 4.8
WILLIAM FLOYD MIDDLE SCHOOL Moriches 2.7 mi 4.9
CENTER MORICHES MIDDLE SCHOOL Center Moriches 2.9 mi 7.1
CENTER MORICHES HIGH SCHOOL Center Moriches 2.9 mi 8.4
CLAYTON HUEY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Center Moriches 3.1 mi 5.4
EASTPORT-SOUTH MANOR JUNIOR SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Manorville 3.8 mi 7.0
DAYTON AVENUE SCHOOL Manorville 4.2 mi 6.3
BROOKHAVEN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brookhaven 3.3 mi 4.0
OUR LADY QUEEN OF APOSTLES REG CATHOLIC SCHOOL Center Moriches 3.5 mi 6.3
LEONARD E BURKET CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Center Moriches 4.0 mi 4.7
BELLPORT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Brookhaven 3.8 mi 7.5
SOUTH STREET SCHOOL Manorville 5.4 mi 7.5
EAST MORICHES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL East Moriches 4.8 mi 8.0
FRANK P LONG INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL Bellport 4.7 mi 3.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11951 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,877

Median Home Value

$321,200

Median Rent

$2,313/mo

Population

15,830

College Educated

20.5%

Homeownership

81.2%

Avg Commute

37.8 min

Poverty Rate

22.2%

Median Age

38.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about William Floyd High School

What grades does William Floyd High School serve?

William Floyd High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend William Floyd High School?

William Floyd High School has an enrollment of approximately 3,123 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William Floyd High School?

The student-teacher ratio at William Floyd High School is 14:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does William Floyd High School rank in NY?

William Floyd High School ranks #2,242 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is William Floyd High School's MySchoolScout rating?

William Floyd High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 William Floyd High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William Floyd High School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is William Floyd High School a charter school?

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

Is William Floyd High School a Title I school?

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

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

53.3% of students at William Floyd 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
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
40 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,123
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers (FTE)
223
Free/Reduced Lunch
53.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Suffolk County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
70.0%
4-Year Graduation
91.0%

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