SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL

SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the BELLMORE-MERRICK CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in MERRICK, NY with about 1,274 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 96 teachers, SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Sanford H. Calhoun High School, located in Merrick, New York, is a prominent secondary school within the Bellmore-Merrick Central High School District. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is well-regarded for its commitment to academic excellence, providing a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, college-credit opportunities, and specialized electives designed to prepare students for higher education and professional success.

Beyond its academic offerings, Calhoun High School places a strong emphasis on fostering a well-rounded student experience through a robust selection of extracurricular activities. The school boasts an active athletic program, a thriving fine and performing arts department, and numerous student-led clubs and organizations. By promoting a supportive community environment, the school encourages student involvement and leadership, aiming to develop both the intellectual potential and the character of its student body within the broader Merrick community.

For more information, contact SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL at (516) 992-1300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1786 STATE ST
MERRICK, NY 11566-9998
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SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in MERRICK, NY with about 1,274 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,274
Teachers:
96.03
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
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 1,274 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending SANFORD H CALHOUN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 79% of the student body.

White
78.6%
Hispanic/Latino
12.1%
Asian
6.3%
Black or African American
2.1%
Two or more races
0.5%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

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.