Serving 588 students in grades 9-12, Southampton High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (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 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is equal to the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 588 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southampton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Southampton High School's student population of 588 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
588 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Southampton High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southampton High School is 0.60, 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
#382 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
7%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
49%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
40%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Southampton High School's ranking?
Southampton High School is ranked #382 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Southampton High School often compared to?
Southampton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Bays High School, Westhampton Beach Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% 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 Southampton High School?
The graduation rate of Southampton High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Southampton High School?
588 students attend Southampton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Southampton High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 7% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Southampton High School?
Southampton High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Southampton High School offer ?
Southampton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southampton High School part of?
Southampton High School is part of Southampton Union Free School District.
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