Rocky Point High School is a public school of the Rocky Point Union Free School District along the north shore of Long Island, located in Rocky Point, New York. It is the only high school in the district and serves grades 9-12.
Serving 894 students in grades 9-12, Rocky Point High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 894 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Rocky Point 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
Rocky Point High School's student population of 894 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
894 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1971
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rocky Point 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 Rocky Point High School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#126 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
72%
39%
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rocky Point High School's ranking?
Rocky Point High School is ranked #126 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% 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 Rocky Point High School?
The graduation rate of Rocky Point High School is 94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Rocky Point High School?
894 students attend Rocky Point High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Rocky Point High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Rocky Point High School?
Rocky Point High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Rocky Point High School offer ?
Rocky Point High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Rocky Point High School part of?
Rocky Point High School is part of Rocky Point Union Free School District.
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