Bethpage High School is a high school in Bethpage, New York, United States. The school is situated at the corner of Stewart Avenue and Cherry Avenue, across from the Bethpage Community Park. On average, each class size is between 25 and 30 students.
Serving 1,013 students in grades 9-12, Bethpage Senior High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,013 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bethpage Senior 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
Bethpage Senior High School's student population of 1,013 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 88 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,013 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
88 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Gold, Blue, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Bethpage Senior 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 Bethpage Senior 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
#463 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
25%
10%
Hispanic
20%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
52%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Golden Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bethpage Senior High School's ranking?
Bethpage Senior High School is ranked #463 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?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bethpage Senior High School?
The graduation rate of Bethpage Senior High School is 97%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bethpage Senior High School?
1,013 students attend Bethpage Senior High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Bethpage Senior High School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bethpage Senior High School?
Bethpage Senior High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bethpage Senior High School offer ?
Bethpage Senior High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bethpage Senior High School part of?
Bethpage Senior High School is part of Bethpage Union Free School District.
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