Serving 541 students in grades 9-12, Center Moriches High School ranks in the top 20% 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 ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% 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: 541 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center Moriches High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Center Moriches High School's student population of 541 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
541 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Rankings
Center Moriches 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 Center Moriches High School is 0.49, 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
#775 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
22%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
68%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Center Moriches High School's ranking?
Center Moriches High School is ranked #775 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Center Moriches High School often compared to?
Center Moriches High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westhampton Beach Senior High School, Eastport-south Manor Junior Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Center Moriches High School?
The graduation rate of Center Moriches High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Center Moriches High School?
541 students attend Center Moriches High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Center Moriches High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center Moriches High School?
Center Moriches High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Center Moriches High School offer ?
Center Moriches High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Center Moriches High School part of?
Center Moriches High School is part of Center Moriches Union Free School District.
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