Valley Stream Central High School is a public senior high school in the Incorporated Village of Valley Stream in Nassau County, on the South Shore of Long Island, in New York, United States. It is part of the Valley Stream Central High School District. Candace Hugee has been the Principal since 2023.
Serving 1,121 students in grades 10-12, Valley Stream Central High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-12
- Enrollment: 1,121 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 93% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Valley Stream Central High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Valley Stream Central High School's student population of 1,121 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,121 students
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1929
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
Average Class Size
27 students
School Rankings
Valley Stream Central High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Valley Stream Central High School is 0.72, 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
#844 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
93%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
40%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
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: Valley Stream Eagle
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Valley Stream Central High School's ranking?
Valley Stream Central High School is ranked #844 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Valley Stream Central High School often compared to?
Valley Stream Central High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Valley Stream South High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Valley Stream Central High School?
The graduation rate of Valley Stream Central High School is 97%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Valley Stream Central High School?
1,121 students attend Valley Stream Central High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Valley Stream Central High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Asian, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Valley Stream Central High School?
Valley Stream Central High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Valley Stream Central High School offer ?
Valley Stream Central High School offers enrollment in grades 10-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Valley Stream Central High School part of?
Valley Stream Central High School is part of Valley Stream Central High School District.
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