Lakeland High School, located in Shrub Oak, New York, United States, is a senior public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grades as part of the Lakeland Central School District.
Serving 953 students in grades 9-12, Lakeland 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 85-89% (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 37% 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: 953 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lakeland 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
Lakeland High School's student population of 953 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
953 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
Year Founded
1972
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lakeland 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 Lakeland High School is 0.55, 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
#80 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
23%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
63%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lakeland High School's ranking?
Lakeland High School is ranked #80 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Lakeland High School often compared to?
Lakeland High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Walter Panas High School, Yorktown 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 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Lakeland High School?
The graduation rate of Lakeland High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Lakeland High School?
953 students attend Lakeland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Lakeland High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Lakeland High School?
Lakeland High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Lakeland High School offer ?
Lakeland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lakeland High School part of?
Lakeland High School is part of Lakeland Central School District.
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