School Overview
Hempstead High School, located at 201 President Street in Hempstead, New York, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the Hempstead Union Free School District. As a central pillar of the local community, the school is dedicated to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum designed to prepare a diverse student body for post-secondary success, whether through college enrollment, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The school emphasizes a commitment to student growth, offering various extracurricular activities, athletics, and support services intended to foster a well-rounded educational environment.

Operating under the broader mission of the Hempstead School District, the high school focuses on addressing the unique needs of its students while striving to improve academic achievement and graduation rates. Through its official website, the school maintains communication with families and stakeholders, providing resources, district updates, and information on educational programming. By integrating rigorous coursework with community-focused initiatives, Hempstead High School aims to equip its graduates with the skills and character necessary to navigate the challenges of the 21st century.
1,866
Total Students
79.6
Full-Time Teachers
23.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
68.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White44
Hispanic1,409
Black365
Asian19
Two or More17
American Indian12
  • Hispanic
    1,409 (75.5 %)
  • Black
    365 (19.6 %)
  • White
    44 (2.4 %)
  • Asian
    19 (1.0 %)
  • Two or More
    17 (0.9 %)
  • American Indian
    12 (0.6 %)
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: HEMPSTEAD UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: (516)434-4201
Website: http://www.hempsteadschools.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,866
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 79.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 23.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,254
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 28
Grades Taught
Grade 9 476
Grade 10 467
Grade 11 418
Grade 12 465
Ungraded 40

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9476
Grade 10467
Grade 11418
Grade 12465
Ungraded40
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female85145.6%
Male1,01554.4%
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