WEST HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL
WEST HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the WEST HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY with about 710 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 48 teachers, WEST HEMPSTEAD 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.
WEST HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL, located at 400 Nassau Boulevard in West Hempstead, New York, serves as the primary secondary institution for the West Hempstead Union Free School District. The school provides a comprehensive educational program designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, offering a blend of rigorous academic coursework, elective opportunities, and extracurricular activities. By focusing on fostering a supportive learning environment, the school aims to cultivate student growth, character development, and academic achievement within a diverse community setting.
The school is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing strong partnerships between educators, students, and families to enhance the overall educational experience. Through its official website, whufsd.com, the district maintains transparency and communication, providing resources such as academic calendars, faculty contact information, and updates on athletic and cultural programs. As a focal point for the West Hempstead community, the high school remains dedicated to promoting a culture of inclusivity and lifelong learning for all its students.
For more information, contact WEST HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL at (516) 390-3214 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY 11552-2455
(516) 390-3214
http://www.whufsd.com
WEST HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in WEST HEMPSTEAD, NY with about 710 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- Total Students:
- 710
- Teachers:
- 48.01
- 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 710 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 42.4%
- White
- 28.2%
- Black or African American
- 20.3%
- Asian
- 6.2%
- Two or more races
- 2.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.2%
- Male
- 52.8%
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.