Westhampton Beach Senior High School

Westhampton Beach Senior High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
49 Lilac Rd,  Westhampton Beach, NY
Westhampton Beach Union Free School District
3.9
3.2
1,006 Students
A
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Mr. Chris Herr
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Average SAT Score
1250
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
90%
Reading Proficiency
87%
Average GPA
3.61
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.61
Reading Proficiency
87%
Math Proficiency
90%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
12:1
Teachers
83
Full Time Teachers
83
Teachers in First or Second Year
3.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1250
Math
630
Verbal
620
Average ACT
29
Math
28
English
28
Reading
29
Science
29
Number of AP Courses
25
AP Pass Rate
62.7%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very High
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
252:1

Student Diversity

Male
52.3%
Female
47.7%
White
66.5%
Hispanic
27.6%
Two or more races
2.9%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.5%
Black
1.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%

Specialty School Programs

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 122 Students
Binghamton University, SUNY 103 Students
New York University 99 Students
Boston University 95 Students
University of Miami 87 Students
Cornell University 75 Students
Clemson University 73 Students
University of South Carolina 71 Students
SUNY Suffolk County Community College 69 Students
Pace University 66 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 143 Students
Biology 87 Students
Psychology 79 Students
Nursing 52 Students
Finance 48 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 45 Students
Political Science and Government 38 Students
Liberal Arts and Humanities 37 Students
Engineering 32 Students
Communications 30 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.9 191 Reviews
5.0 Parent
12/30/2023
I love this school and I think that it provides many great opportunities for the students that allow them to obtain diverse experiences.
5.0 Senior
12/29/2023
I enjoy my time at Westhampton Beach High School because there are lots of good resources, including good teachers.
4.0 Freshman
11/4/2023
Very good high school so far, The middle school had an amazing music program and so does the high school, the teachers are great and are extremely nice. The food could be better as for most public schools. The sports for Volleyball, Tennis are amazing the coaches are great.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.2 6 Reviews
2.0 other
7/22/2024
TL:dr WHB isn’t better than other schools out east and don’t prioritize being in the district I attended the elementary, middle, and high school here recently. WHB is not “good” just because schools out east (Southampton, East Hampton, Hampton Bays) may be a bit weaker (debatable). WHB is better tha...
5.0 parent
5/29/2021
This school is by far one of the best schools in Suffolk County. It has a high graduation rate - high college acceptance rate - offers many AP courses - has expanded it's special education and ENL programs - and promotes kindness and inclusivity throughout the district. I am a parent of a special ed...
1.0 parent
9/7/2020
Experienced racism, discrimination and general lack of compassion or willingness to address these issues by school board or superintendent.
5.0 other
7/13/2016
the people really contributed to the great experience I had there. The teachers are always looking for your best interest and will help you reach your potential anyway they can

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Westhampton Beach Senior High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Westhampton Beach, NY, in the Westhampton Beach neighborhood, and is served by the Westhampton Beach Union Free School District in New York. The school has a total enrollment of 1,006 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 12:1. Academic records show that 90% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 87% are proficient in reading. Westhampton Beach Senior High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.61, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1250 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $2,269,685. Discover additional schools in the area, like Leonard E. Burket Christian School, Victory Christian Academy, Westhampton Middle School, and more. Learn more about what Westhampton Beach has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Westhampton Beach Senior High School.

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