Serving 666 students in grades 8-12, Wheatley School ranks in the top 10% 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 89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 666 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wheatley 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Wheatley School's student population of 666 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 77 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
666 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wheatley 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 Wheatley School is 0.59, 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
#235 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
35%
10%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
54%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
53%
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 Wheatley School's ranking?
Wheatley School is ranked #235 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Wheatley School often compared to?
Wheatley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jericho Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wheatley School?
The graduation rate of Wheatley School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Wheatley School?
666 students attend Wheatley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Wheatley School students are White, 35% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wheatley School?
Wheatley School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Wheatley School offer ?
Wheatley School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wheatley School part of?
Wheatley School is part of East Williston Union Free School District.
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