EARL L VANDERMEULEN HIGH SCHOOL

EARL L VANDERMEULEN HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the PORT JEFFERSON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in PORT JEFFERSON, NY with about 383 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 26 teachers, EARL L VANDERMEULEN HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Earl L. Vandermeulen High School, located in the historic village of Port Jefferson, New York, serves as the singular high school for the Port Jefferson School District. Known for its small-school atmosphere and strong community focus, the school maintains a reputation for academic excellence and a rigorous curriculum. It offers a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, robust fine and performing arts programs, and a variety of extracurricular activities that encourage students to pursue their interests both inside and outside the classroom.

The school is deeply integrated into the local Port Jefferson community, fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth and college readiness. With a commitment to innovation and character development, Earl L. Vandermeulen High School emphasizes a well-rounded education, consistently ranking among the top schools in the region for its academic outcomes and high graduation rates. Its picturesque setting near the Long Island Sound and proximity to local resources further enhance the educational experience for its diverse student body.

For more information, contact EARL L VANDERMEULEN HIGH SCHOOL at (631) 791-4421 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

350 OLD POST RD
PORT JEFFERSON, NY 11777-2099
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EARL L VANDERMEULEN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in PORT JEFFERSON, NY with about 383 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
383
Teachers:
26.31
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
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 383 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending EARL L VANDERMEULEN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 85% of the student body.

White
85.1%
Hispanic/Latino
6.3%
Asian
5.2%
Two or more races
2.9%
Black or African American
0.5%

Female
49.1%
Male
50.9%

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.