Serving 1,501 students in grades 7-12, Elmont Memorial High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (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 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elmont Memorial High School's student population of 1,501 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 118 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
118 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elmont Memorial High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elmont Memorial High School is 0.56, 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
#1448 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
62%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elmont Memorial High School's ranking?
Elmont Memorial High School is ranked #1448 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Elmont Memorial High School often compared to?
Elmont Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Roosevelt High School, Freeport High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elmont Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Elmont Memorial High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Elmont Memorial High School?
1,501 students attend Elmont Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Elmont Memorial High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elmont Memorial High School?
Elmont Memorial High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Elmont Memorial High School offer ?
Elmont Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elmont Memorial High School part of?
Elmont Memorial High School is part of Sewanhaka Central High School District.
School Reviews
4 6/9/2020
Elmont Memorial High School is a very diverse Jr Sr High School that's focus on the academic achievement of all students. This school has a variety of athletic and academic clubs and activities to cater to all interests of every student. Each year this school produces several students attending Ivy League Colleges and Universities.
1 6/1/2020
This school is okay, but not good.
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