Serving 1,142 students in grades 9-12, Comsewogue High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 91% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Comsewogue High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Comsewogue High School's student population of 1,142 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Comsewogue High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Comsewogue High School is 0.58, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#302 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
35%
30%
Black
5%
16%
White
55%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Comsewogue High School's ranking?
Comsewogue High School is ranked #302 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Comsewogue High School?
The graduation rate of Comsewogue High School is 91%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Comsewogue High School?
1,142 students attend Comsewogue High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Comsewogue High School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Comsewogue High School?
Comsewogue High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Comsewogue High School offer ?
Comsewogue High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Comsewogue High School part of?
Comsewogue High School is part of Brookhaven-Comsewogue Union Free School District.
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