Serving 1,261 students in grades 7-12, Valley Stream North High School ranks in the top 30% 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 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,261 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Stream North High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Valley Stream North High School's student population of 1,261 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 114 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,261 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
114 teachers
School Rankings
Valley Stream North High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Stream North High School is 0.76, which is more 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
#1166 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
24%
10%
Hispanic
33%
30%
Black
18%
16%
White
22%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
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 Valley Stream North High School's ranking?
Valley Stream North High School is ranked #1166 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Valley Stream North High School often compared to?
Valley Stream North High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Stream Central High School, Valley Stream South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Stream North High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Stream North High School is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valley Stream North High School?
1,261 students attend Valley Stream North High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Valley Stream North High School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Asian, 22% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Valley Stream North High School?
Valley Stream North High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valley Stream North High School offer ?
Valley Stream North High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley Stream North High School part of?
Valley Stream North High School is part of Valley Stream Central High School District.
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