HERRICKS HIGH SCHOOL
HERRICKS HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the HERRICKS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in NEW HYDE PARK, NY with about 1,334 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 110 teachers, HERRICKS 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.
HERRICKS HIGH SCHOOL, located in New Hyde Park, New York, is a highly regarded public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the Herricks Union Free School District, the school is consistently recognized for its academic excellence, rigorous curriculum, and commitment to fostering a well-rounded educational experience. It is widely noted for its robust Advanced Placement (AP) program, strong performance in standardized testing, and high college matriculation rates, frequently ranking among the top-performing schools in both Nassau County and New York State.
Beyond its academic achievements, HERRICKS HIGH SCHOOL emphasizes a holistic approach to student development through an extensive array of extracurricular activities. The school boasts a vibrant culture that includes competitive athletic teams, award-winning music and arts programs, and a diverse selection of student-led clubs and academic honor societies. By balancing demanding coursework with meaningful opportunities for creative and social engagement, the school aims to prepare its culturally diverse student body to succeed as global citizens and lifelong learners.
For more information, contact HERRICKS HIGH SCHOOL at (516) 305-8700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
NEW HYDE PARK, NY 11040-1356
(516) 305-8700
http://www.herricks.org
HERRICKS HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in NEW HYDE PARK, NY with about 1,334 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- HERRICKS UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
- Total Students:
- 1,334
- Teachers:
- 110.03
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,334 students
- Asian
- 60.1%
- White
- 32.0%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.4%
- Black or African American
- 0.7%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.4%
- Two or more races
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.1%
- Male
- 51.9%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.