ELWOOD/JOHN GLENN HIGH SCHOOL

ELWOOD/JOHN GLENN HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the ELWOOD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in ELWOOD, NY with about 722 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 56 teachers, ELWOOD/JOHN GLENN HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Elwood-John Glenn High School, located in Elwood, New York, is the sole high school serving the Elwood Union Free School District. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence, the school offers a rigorous curriculum that includes a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, college-credit opportunities, and specialized electives designed to prepare students for higher education and professional success. Beyond academics, the school fosters a well-rounded student experience by supporting a diverse range of extracurricular activities, including competitive interscholastic athletics, award-winning music and arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs that encourage community involvement and leadership.

The school is characterized by a supportive and collaborative culture that emphasizes the development of the "whole student." With a faculty dedicated to personalized instruction, Elwood-John Glenn maintains a reputation for high graduation rates and significant college matriculation. The campus serves as a central hub for the local community, reflecting the district’s values of integrity, academic growth, and civic responsibility. By blending traditional educational standards with modern, technology-integrated learning, the school remains a prominent institution for secondary education in Suffolk County.

For more information, contact ELWOOD/JOHN GLENN HIGH SCHOOL at (631) 266-5410 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.