Earl L. Vandermeulen High School, also referred to as Port Jefferson High School, is in the Port Jefferson School District, located in Port Jefferson, New York.
Serving 328 students in grades 9-12, Earl L Vandermeulen 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 ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Earl L Vandermeulen 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Earl L Vandermeulen High School's student population of 328 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 35% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1894
Colors
White, Black, Purple
First Day of School
Tue. Aug 26, 2025
School Rankings
Earl L Vandermeulen High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Earl L Vandermeulen High School is 0.41, 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
#179 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
76%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: A King
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Earl L Vandermeulen High School's ranking?
Earl L Vandermeulen High School is ranked #179 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Earl L Vandermeulen High School often compared to?
Earl L Vandermeulen High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ward Melville Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Earl L Vandermeulen High School?
The graduation rate of Earl L Vandermeulen High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Earl L Vandermeulen High School?
328 students attend Earl L Vandermeulen High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Earl L Vandermeulen High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Earl L Vandermeulen High School?
Earl L Vandermeulen High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Earl L Vandermeulen High School offer ?
Earl L Vandermeulen High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Earl L Vandermeulen High School part of?
Earl L Vandermeulen High School is part of Port Jefferson Union Free School District.
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