Island Trees High School is a coeducational public high school serving students in ninth grade through twelfth grade, in Levittown, New York, United States, 31.0 miles east of Manhattan. It is a part of the Island Trees Union Free School District. The school offers various clubs, electives, and AP courses.
Serving 714 students in grades 9-12, Island Trees High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (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 47% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 714 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Island Trees High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Island Trees High School's student population of 714 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
714 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1949
School Rankings
Island Trees High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Island Trees High School is 0.63, 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
#765 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
53%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Island Trees High School's ranking?
Island Trees High School is ranked #765 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Island Trees High School?
The graduation rate of Island Trees High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Island Trees High School?
714 students attend Island Trees High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Island Trees High School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Island Trees High School?
Island Trees High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Island Trees High School offer ?
Island Trees High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Island Trees High School part of?
Island Trees High School is part of Island Trees Union Free School District.
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