Serving 661 students in grades 9-12, Shoreham-wading River 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 ≥95% (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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% 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: 661 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shoreham-wading River 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
School Overview
Shoreham-wading River High School's student population of 661 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Mascot
Wildcat
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
1975
School Colors
Blue, Navy Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Shoreham-wading River High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shoreham-wading River High School is 0.33, 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
#78 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
81%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Shoreham-wading River High School's ranking?
Shoreham-wading River High School is ranked #78 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
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 ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shoreham-wading River High School?
The graduation rate of Shoreham-wading River High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Shoreham-wading River High School?
661 students attend Shoreham-wading River High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Shoreham-wading River High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shoreham-wading River High School?
Shoreham-wading River High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Shoreham-wading River High School offer ?
Shoreham-wading River High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shoreham-wading River High School part of?
Shoreham-wading River High School is part of Shoreham-Wading River Central School District.
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