Serving 3,013 students in grades 9-12, William Floyd High School ranks in the top 20% 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 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,013 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
William Floyd High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
William Floyd High School's student population of 3,013 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 217 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,013 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
217 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
William Floyd High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of William Floyd High School is 0.69, 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
#767 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
42%
29%
Black
16%
16%
White
34%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
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 William Floyd High School's ranking?
William Floyd High School is ranked #767 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are William Floyd High School often compared to?
William Floyd High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Longwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of William Floyd High School?
The graduation rate of William Floyd High School is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend William Floyd High School?
3,013 students attend William Floyd High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of William Floyd High School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of William Floyd High School?
William Floyd High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does William Floyd High School offer ?
William Floyd High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is William Floyd High School part of?
William Floyd High School is part of William Floyd Union Free School District.
School Reviews
4 6/8/2021
My child received a great education in the WFSD. The teachers and administrators are very dedicated and have worked tirelessly to increase the graduation rate. There are great programs for advanced students and students with learning disabilities. The population is very diverse. The district's diversity reflects the actual diversity in NYS as a whole. It is a low income, large district with a lot of rental homes and section 8 and there are negativities that come with that but none that have had a negative impact on my child's education.
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