Best 11720 New York Public High Schools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,970 students in 11720, NY.
The top-ranked public high schools in 11720, NY are Centereach High School, Selden Middle School and Jericho Elementary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 11720 have an average math proficiency score of 51% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 52% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 11720, NY have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 11720 have a Graduation Rate of 91%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Centereach High School, with 91% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

Best 11720, NY Public High Schools (2026)

School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Centereach High School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
9/
10
Top 20%
14 43rd St
Centereach, NY 11720
(631) 285-8100
Gr: 8-12 | 1,467 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 49%
Rank: #22.
Selden Middle School
(Math: 47% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
22 Jefferson Ave
Centereach, NY 11720
(631) 285-8400
Gr: 6-9 | 1,080 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 59%
Rank: #33.
Jericho Elementary School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 35-39%)
Rank:
5/
10
Bottom 50%
34 N Coleman Rd
Centereach, NY 11720
(631) 285-8600
Gr: K-9 | 423 students Student-teacher ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 54%

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top-ranked public high schools in 11720, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in 11720, NY include Centereach High School, Selden Middle School and Jericho Elementary School.
How many public high schools are located in 11720?
3 public high schools are located in 11720.
What is the racial composition of students in 11720?
11720 public high schools minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).

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