North High School

North High School

Public Middle, High School | Grade 7-12
750 Herman Ave,  Franklin Square, NY
Valley Stream Central High School District
3.8
4.5
1,269 Students
B+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Mr. James Bolen
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
1210
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
75%
Reading Proficiency
52%
Average GPA
3.55
Graduation Rate
97%

Niche Grade

B
Academics
B+
Teachers
B+
College Prep
C+
Administration
C-
Resources/Facilities
C+
Clubs and Activities
B
Sports
C-
Food
Source: Niche
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.55
Reading Proficiency
52%
Math Proficiency
75%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
114
Full Time Teachers
114
Teachers in First or Second Year
8.3%
College Prep
Average SAT
1210
Math
610
Verbal
600
Average ACT
28
Math
26
English
28
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
21
AP Pass Rate
58.3%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Science
16%
State Average
20%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
GreatSchools
The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
223:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.4%
Female
49.6%
Hispanic
31.4%
White
24.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
21.6%
Black
19.1%
Two or more races
1.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#63 Most Diverse Public HS in New York
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Stony Brook University 205 Students
Adelphi University 183 Students
St. John's University - New York 181 Students
New York University 165 Students
Hofstra University 148 Students
Molloy University 135 Students
Binghamton University, SUNY 119 Students
Boston University 92 Students
SUNY Farmingdale State College 82 Students
Pace University 80 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Biology 95 Students
Business 76 Students
Nursing 74 Students
Psychology 58 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 52 Students
Computer Science 51 Students
Political Science and Government 36 Students
Finance 30 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 29 Students
Biomedical Sciences and Molecular Medicine 27 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 154 Reviews
5.0
12/16/2024
I graduated valley stream north high school on June 23rd,2023. My experience was good at north high school. I made many friends there. There are a lot of different cultures you will see. The teachers were kind. People are kind and always willing to help you. There are an ENL program for students who aren't fluent and does not speak English. I was a mentor for students who does not speak English well. ENL is an English has a second language. There are many different clubs and sports you can get involved in. Classes is not hard if you do your assignments and study you will be fine. If you live far from the school you got the school bus that picks you up at a different high school and brings you to your school.
4.0 Senior
11/4/2024
My best part of being in this school would be that I've been here since 7th grade and i have made many memories. One of my worst experiance would be learning in covid. I didn't like that because no one actually paid attention. I don't think I would like to change anything because those things have shaped who I am today.
5.0 Senior
7/28/2024
My experience at North has been a good one. I have met a lot of teachers who have played a positive part in my education. They have made learning interesting and even fun. My school offers a lot of clubs and activities and sports. I have been a cheerleader for 3 years and I love it. My school environment is sometimes crowded and fast paced but I wouldn't change anything. North is a school that students can excel in. Whether you're interested in drama club or football its a supportive school with wonderful staff and students.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 8 Reviews
4.0 student
10/1/2025
North High School is a bustling school that hosts a vast number of students. Many are pushed to be high achievers, and their AP/accelerated classes pose a challenge for smarter students. The school is slightly overpopulated with a large number of students belonging to the (enl) program. But overall...
5.0 parent
2/21/2018
This school has been amazing for my high schooler; not only has he made great progress in academics, but made some good friends, become more engaged in extra-curricular activities. The teachers are great! Guidance is amazing and supportive!
5.0 parent
9/25/2017
Advanced courses are excellent. All teachers are great. Sports & clubs are great, too.
5.0 parent
10/14/2014
My son goes to this school and they have wonderful programs. music program is really good and teachers are good .

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North High School is a public school for students in grades 7-12 in Franklin Square, NY, in the Franklin Square neighborhood, and is served by the Valley Stream Central High School District in New York. The school has a total enrollment of 1,269 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 75% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 52% are proficient in reading. North High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.55, the graduation rate is 97%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1210 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $788,406. Discover additional schools in the area, like Valley Stream North High School, West Hempstead Secondary School, Malverne Senior High School, and more. Learn more about what Franklin Square has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near North High School.

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