School Overview
Great Neck South High School, located in Great Neck, New York, is widely recognized as one of the top-performing public secondary schools in the United States. Serving students in grades 9 through 12, the school is known for its rigorous academic environment, extensive Advanced Placement (AP) curriculum, and a strong emphasis on preparing students for enrollment at highly competitive universities. The school consistently ranks at the top of state and national lists, distinguished by its high standardized test scores, exceptional graduation rates, and a faculty heavily composed of educators with advanced degrees.

Beyond its academic reputation, Great Neck South is celebrated for its vibrant extracurricular culture and commitment to the arts and sciences. The school offers a vast array of clubs, championship-caliber athletic teams, and award-winning music and theater programs, providing students with a well-rounded educational experience. Its location in the Great Neck Public Schools district reflects a community that prioritizes significant investment in public education, resulting in modern facilities and resources that support a diverse student body in pursuit of both intellectual and personal growth.
1,262
Total Students
115.4
Full-Time Teachers
10.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
28.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for GREAT NECK SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White209
Hispanic102
Black9
Asian916
Two or More26
  • Asian
    916 (72.6 %)
  • White
    209 (16.6 %)
  • Hispanic
    102 (8.1 %)
  • Two or More
    26 (2.1 %)
  • Black
    9 (0.7 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: GREAT NECK UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (516)441-4800
Website: http://www.greatneck.k12.ny.us
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,262
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 115.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 10.9
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 334
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 29
Grades Taught
Grade 9 330
Grade 10 304
Grade 11 314
Grade 12 311
Ungraded 3

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for GREAT NECK SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9330
Grade 10304
Grade 11314
Grade 12311
Ungraded3
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for GREAT NECK SOUTH HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female63750.5%
Male62549.5%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)