Serving 1,035 students in grades 9-12, Roslyn High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 97% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,035 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roslyn High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Roslyn High School's student population of 1,035 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 97 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,035 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
97 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roslyn 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 Roslyn High School is 0.53, 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
#48 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
22%
10%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
65%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roslyn High School's ranking?
Roslyn High School is ranked #48 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?
97% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Roslyn High School?
The graduation rate of Roslyn High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Roslyn High School?
1,035 students attend Roslyn High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Roslyn High School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Roslyn High School?
Roslyn High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Roslyn High School offer ?
Roslyn High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Roslyn High School part of?
Roslyn High School is part of Roslyn Union Free School District.
School Reviews
5 2/24/2020
Roslyn is among the finest high schools in this country. The teachers are uniformly excellent, and communication among students, teachers, and parents is excellent. Class sizes are small, typically 24 students — but I once was in a class of 6 students.
1 2/26/2018
I mean... I liked the old school design better... BRING IT BACK!!!
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