VALLEY STREAM SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
VALLEY STREAM SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the VALLEY STREAM CENTRAL HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in VALLEY STREAM, NY with about 1,287 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 97 teachers, VALLEY STREAM SOUTH 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.
VALLEY STREAM SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL, located in Valley Stream, New York, is a comprehensive public secondary school serving students in grades 7 through 12. As part of the Valley Stream Central High School District, the school is known for fostering a close-knit academic environment that emphasizes rigorous coursework, college readiness, and a strong sense of community. The institution typically offers a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and extracurricular activities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs designed to support holistic student development.
The school is characterized by its dedication to preparing students for higher education and professional success within a diverse suburban setting. By focusing on both academic achievement and character development, Valley Stream South aims to provide a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in critical thinking and community involvement. With its central location on Jedwood Place, the school serves as a focal point for local families, maintaining a commitment to transparency and communication through its district-affiliated resources and online presence.
For more information, contact VALLEY STREAM SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL at (516) 791-0310 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
VALLEY STREAM, NY 11581-2533
(516) 791-0310
http://www.vschsd.org
VALLEY STREAM SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in VALLEY STREAM, NY with about 1,287 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 1,287
- Teachers:
- 97.84
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Provision 2
- 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 1,287 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 29.8%
- Black or African American
- 26.3%
- Asian
- 23.2%
- White
- 19.4%
- Two or more races
- 0.6%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.5%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.2%
- Female
- 50.1%
- Male
- 49.9%
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.