H. Frank Carey High School is a public high school located in Franklin Square, New York serving students in the seventh through twelfth grades from the towns of Franklin Square, Garden City South, Garden City, West Hempstead, and Elmont.
Serving 1,644 students in grades 7-12, H Frank Carey 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 72% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 89% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
H Frank Carey High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
H Frank Carey High School's student population of 1,644 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 113 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,644 students
Total Classroom Teachers
113 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
H Frank Carey High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of H Frank Carey High School is 0.64, 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
#956 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
51%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is H Frank Carey High School's ranking?
H Frank Carey High School is ranked #956 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of H Frank Carey High School?
The graduation rate of H Frank Carey High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend H Frank Carey High School?
1,644 students attend H Frank Carey High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of H Frank Carey High School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of H Frank Carey High School?
H Frank Carey High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does H Frank Carey High School offer ?
H Frank Carey High School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is H Frank Carey High School part of?
H Frank Carey High School is part of Sewanhaka Central High School District.
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