WYANDANCH MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL

WYANDANCH MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the WYANDANCH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT school district, located in WYANDANCH, NY with about 766 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 57 teachers, WYANDANCH MEMORIAL 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.

WYANDANCH MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL, located at 54 S 32nd St in Wyandanch, New York, serves as the sole high school for the Wyandanch Union Free School District. The school plays a central role in its community, striving to provide a comprehensive educational experience that prepares students for college, career, and civic engagement. As part of a district that has navigated significant historical challenges, the high school is deeply focused on fostering academic growth, improving graduation rates, and providing a safe, supportive environment for its diverse student body.

Beyond its core academic offerings, WYANDANCH MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL emphasizes the importance of holistic development through various extracurricular activities, athletics, and student support services. The institution works closely with district leadership and community partners to implement educational initiatives aimed at closing the achievement gap and enhancing student outcomes. By integrating technology and modern pedagogical practices, the school aims to empower its students to overcome systemic barriers and succeed in an increasingly competitive global landscape.

For more information, contact WYANDANCH MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL at (631) 870-0450 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

54 S 32ND ST
WYANDANCH, NY 11798-3997
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WYANDANCH MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in WYANDANCH, NY with about 766 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
766
Teachers:
57.01
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide 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 766 students

Hispanic/Latino
51.0%
Black or African American
46.9%
White
1.0%
Asian
0.5%
Two or more races
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
48.8%
Male
51.2%

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.