Serving 417 students in grades 9-12, Oyster Bay High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% 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: 417 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oyster Bay High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Oyster Bay High School's student population of 417 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
417 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Oyster Bay High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oyster Bay High School is 0.54, 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
#210 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%

Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1

American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%

Hispanic
28%
30%

Black
3%
16%

White
62%
40%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oyster Bay High School's ranking?
Oyster Bay High School is ranked #210 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Oyster Bay High School?
The graduation rate of Oyster Bay High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Oyster Bay High School?
417 students attend Oyster Bay High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Oyster Bay High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oyster Bay High School?
Oyster Bay High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Oyster Bay High School offer ?
Oyster Bay High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oyster Bay High School part of?
Oyster Bay High School is part of Oyster Bay-East Norwich Central School District.
School Reviews
5 11/19/2018
well prepared for college.
2 1/3/2011
I have to say this school is the worst school in Long Island . The Principal & all staff claim that there concern is for the students far from it. They pride on giving detention and discipling kids but show no concern for caring or educating.This is probably why they have a low attendance rate. Living a nightmare in Oyster Bay School.
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