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Jericho Senior High School

• Jericho Union Free School District, NY
• 9-12
• 131 reviews

Senior: As a student who has grown up in the Jericho School District, there are many things I can say regarding the high school. Jericho Senior High School has an abundance of extracurricular activities. The staff and administration really strive to help each and every student succeed in anything and everything the student wants to succeed in. Something I like about Jericho is that the district provides resources for students or teachers to discuss or deal with mental health, and strive to provide mental health education for students. As someone who has had to deal with many issues outside of school, I became very sad and stressed. I began talking to my guidance counselor, school social worker, and school psychologist to help deal with anything. I am glad that Jericho has many opportunities to help kids in every way possible, and I am proud to be a future graduate of Jericho Senior High School. If I were to have children in the future, I would want them attending this district.
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• A+

• 1,088 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Great Neck South High School

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY
• 9-12
• 221 reviews

Senior: I attended Great Neck South High for my Junior and Senior year, it was great! I love the atmosphere here, and I had a lot of fun! Of course high school is stressful, but I got a lot of help when I could not do well in my classes. There's a study center tutors are available to all students, and teachers of most subjects offer extra help. A lot of clubs and activities are going on every single day! I had a really nice experience with school musicals and operas, and my talented classmates and teachers did a musical Mama Mia! within 3 months! There are performances by students almost every month as well. GNSHS also offers A LOT OF AP courses like art history and music theory while other schools don't. 10-ish teachers are doctors of different fields and they guide students to science competitions and DECA. Teachers, counselors, and administration officers are so nice and friendly! My math teacher and I became lifelong friends, which I am so happy about. The school is overall great!
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• A+

• 1,193 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Portledge School

• Private School
• Locust Valley, NY
• PK, K-12
• 31 reviews

Parent: My child transitioned this year to the lower school from another local private school and couldn’t be happier! The teachers are engaged, enthusiastic and caring and genuinely seem to enjoy what they are doing. My child is excited for each day and can’t wait to share what she’s learned at pick up in the afternoon. Teachers communicate what is going on in the classroom and frequently reach out with feedback on my child’s experiences at school. The headmaster seems to be beloved by faculty and parents and appears committed to growing the community with thoughtfulness and care. He is accessible and present in the community. This place is truly special! I highly recommend Portledge
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• A+

• 493 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Friends Academy

• Private School
• Locust Valley, NY
• PK, K-12
• 33 reviews

Senior: Small class size, pro-active teachers who are always willing to make time for you. Each HS grade is comprised of approximately 100 students and you know almost everyone in your grade and the entire high school. I learned so much about myself and how fortunate I am as community service is required at Friends. It speaks to one of the underlying Quaker premises of treating others as you wish to treated. Spending time working (cleaning, cooking, food prep and kitchen work) at a Friends Seminary homeless shelter and then in the evening interacting with the men was ENLIGHTENING!
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• A+

• 750 Students
• 5:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Syosset Senior High School

• Syosset Central School District, NY
• 9-12
• 319 reviews

Senior: Syosset, for the most part, is a good school—it has all the clubs you could possibly imagine (over 100 I believe), & classes ranging from music theory to AP Physics C. It wasn't hard to distinguish the classes I liked & was willing to pursue, from the ones that I wasn't so keen on taking (sorry Ap Spanish!) For the purposes of a holistic review though, I have to take into consideration the things I didn't like about Syosset: the changes in the middle of the year & seemingly unnecessary renovations. Two years ago, the school implemented a new bell that came out of nowhere (along with a new security system & attendance policy); It took a while to get used to these new changes. This summer, the school took on some costly renovations: a new hallway at the front of the school & new weight room for gym classes. Besides construction taking over 5 months, I feel like the money could have gone into better things, such as air conditioning or heating. All in all, Syosset HS is a great school.
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• A+

• 2,084 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Manhasset Secondary School

• Manhasset Union Free School District, NY
• 9-12
• 64 reviews

Alum: The Manhasset school district will grant you a solid high school experience. The teachers are great and it's safe. Some of the sports teams are top in the state too. Manhasset is a very prestigious district with lots of academics being much harder than other schools. The school prioritizes on the students who do the best. More students in a graduating class will end up going to an Ivy rather than the local community college. That is because the district almost expects you to go to an Ivy league college. There will be no awareness in your entire experience of getting into a trade for a career, it almost creates a stigma that going into a trade career is looked down upon. Even the students who are very "average" for the district, usually aren't shown much support by the district, and it makes it harder for those students with the academics being so hard. This ends up leaving them very confused in the college process and onward in their lives.
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• A+

• 1,157 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Herricks High School

• Herricks Union Free School District, NY
• 9-12
• 152 reviews

Alum: I graduated Herricks High School in 2016, after attending both their respective middle school and elementary school. Herricks High School felt more like a home to me than school. The teachers were extremely personal and aided individuals to do their best. The community embraced uniqueness and diversity in individuals rather than making people feel out of place for being different. There was a strong emphasis on growth in the school to the point where I did not have a difficult transition into college, whereas I know many students do. There was an ample amount of resources available through being a student there, such as access to databases and other important tools. Our music department excelled every single year, along with our improving sports program. The school allowed students to create their own clubs about almost everything that they wanted, giving students a chance to discover new interests.
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• A+

• 1,294 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Great Neck North High School

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY
• 9-12
• 102 reviews

Senior: I have absolutely loved attending North! The teachers that work here are almost all above-par and excellent at not only teaching but being people who you can talk to about personal issues (the majority of them at least). The community here, while lacking in diversity, is open to those who personalize their experience and time at North. In addition, the clubs, activities, and sports offered are expansive and give everyone the opportunity to explore their true passions (if you don't find the club you want, make a new one). Personally, the grade culture was very united so that everyone, no matter if you were a nerd or a jock, communicated and interacted. But if you ever feel lost in your grade's culture, you can still find new homes in the clubs, activities, and sports you participate in. Finally, North supplies its students with SO many resources, from iPads to helpful guidance counselors. Created by the students, North is truly a special place- treasure the time you spend here.
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• A+

• 1,098 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Roslyn High School

• Roslyn Union Free School District, NY
• 9-12
• 119 reviews

Senior: Roslyn High School is a school with strong academics and an encouraging staff. I liked the self-selection option with choosing our courses and the various clubs and activities offered. This gave the students the opportunity to dabble in classes they were passionate about. Furthermore, the many courses offered at Roslyn High School reflect the abundant resources that can be utilized by its students. The teachers and the administration in general communicated frequently and well with their students and were very approachable. While I enjoyed my overall experience here, one place this school is lacking in is in the diversity of its students. There is an overwhelming amount of Caucasians, and a much smaller percentage of other ethnicities. Overall, however, this school is certainly a good one.
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• A+

• 1,053 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Paul D. Schreiber Senior High School

• Port Washington Union Free School District, NY
• 9-12
• 214 reviews

Alum: Throughout High School, I was highly challenged by the classes I took which included some honors and some AP classes. I think this is beneficial because once I reached college, I realized not everyone had been challenged as I was. In addition, it made the courses I was taking somewhat easier. However, I believe if there are different teachers for different courses, the course should be relatively similar. For example, I took Regents Physics and one of my friends did as well, but she had a different teacher. When we compared our tests, we noticed they both required different skills in physics, one was harder than the other. Teachers throughout the school are very helpful and flexible with their availability.
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• A+

• 1,626 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

North Shore Hebrew Academy High School

• Private School
• Great Neck, NY
• 9-12
• 82 reviews

Junior: North Shore Hebrew Academy has made my high school experience one that I will never forget. There is such great diversity, with students coming from several different communities, and yet there is such a strong sense of unity among us. When I first began high school, I was nervous that it would be difficult both socially and academically, but I was relieved to find myself in a warm and welcoming environment. North Shore offers endless clubs and ways to be a part of this school and I am so glad I was able to involve myself in a series of extracurricular activities, each pertaining to my interests. In addition, I feel that my teachers here at North Shore truly have my best interests at heart and that each of them is dedicated to challenging their students in a productive and intellectual manner. When I complete my high school education, I will feel that I am leaving behind not only a school, but a home.
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• A+

• 440 Students
• 8:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Lakeville Elementary School

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY
• K-5
• 2 reviews

Middle School Student: Great memories here. Wish the lunch was better, but very organized and interesting courses. Art and science were my favorite because it kept me entertained while I was learning. You will have lots of fun!
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• A+

• 741 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

South Grove Elementary School

• Syosset Central School District, NY
• K-5

• A+

• 413 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Great Neck South Middle School

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY
• 6-8
• 8 reviews

Parent: THE BEST EXPERIENCE EVER. THEY EVEN PREP YOU FOR COLLEGE! you can do so many extracurricular activities, and you can easily earn scholarships to college... even in this middle school. GO REBELS!
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• A+

• 777 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

E.M. Baker School

• Great Neck Public Schools, NY
• K-5
• 7 reviews

Parent: We moved from another top ranked school but nothing holds a candle to E.M. Baker Elementary School. My husband and I have never met a more welcoming administration, and super teachers. My children are in great hands!
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• A+

• 640 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

H.B. Thompson Middle School

• Syosset Central School District, NY
• 6-8
• 1 review

Alum: HBT is an amazing school. All of the facilities are clean and they prepare you very well for High School and beyond.
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• A+

• 863 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Village Elementary School

• Syosset Central School District, NY
• K-5

• A+

• 381 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Wheatley School

• East Williston Union Free School District, NY
• 8-12
• 97 reviews

Alum: Academics are good. Teachers are very friendly and are always there to help you succeed. There are many extracurricular activities to choose from so the students can do what they are passionate about!
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• A+

• 715 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Willits Elementary School

• Syosset Central School District, NY
• K-5

• A+

• 327 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Robert Seaman Elementary School

• Jericho Union Free School District, NY
• K-5
• 1 review

Alum: I only have fond memories of Robert Seaman Elementary school. The school helped me cultivate my curiosity, drive to work, and, importantly, my personality and people skills.
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• A+

• 322 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

South Woods Middle School

• Syosset Central School District, NY
• 6-8
• 3 reviews

Middle School Student: I love SW almost about everything! Except its food and um, my peers.

Some of my male and girl peers are a bit snobby and mean to me, just a few. Some girls there have cliques that do Tik-Tok when there are phone rules and also bully people.

The diversity is really good when comparing to race, but not so good during lunch, especially when there's a North and South cafeteria. South has more cliques and "male peers".

I believe the curriculum is above average, and that could be because it's in a suburb.

Safety is a bit of an issue on the school bus, but it's typical in every middle school.

There are 33 clubs this year but I never make it because they begin an hour before my bus comes.

The food is okay, but there isn't a lot of choices.

That's about it.
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• A+

• 716 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Herricks Middle School

• Herricks Union Free School District, NY
• 6-8
• 5 reviews

High School Junior: While I kept to myself a lot in middle school, the PTA for Herricks is always raising money to support the arts and sports. It's great that they support the elementary schools, middle school, and high school equally.
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• A+

• 941 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Jericho Middle School

• Jericho Union Free School District, NY
• 6-8

• A+

• 762 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Searingtown School

• Herricks Union Free School District, NY
• K-6

• A+

• 496 Students
• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio

Plainview-Old Bethpage John F. Kennedy High School

• Plainview-Old Bethpage Central School District, NY
• 9-12
• 247 reviews

Alum: Freshman year I was bullied. However, very lucky that the assistant principles and guidance councilors were so helpful when it came to helping me end the horrible bullying. Sophomore year was better but I still had a hard time in classes due to my ADHD. It began to effect my grades. Myself, along with one of my teachers, and mother, got me evaluated and I ended up getting a 504. Junior year was just difficult because of college searching and SATs. I also began again to get bullied by one of the same groups of people from Freshman year. However, I did not let them belittle me and I stood up for myself. Senior year was the best and worst year of my life. I was finally getting out of high school and getting away from people that hurt me and terrorized me for year. However, personally, I had a lot going on at home. Luckily, many of my teacher comforted me and they were always there for me even when I tried being strong. Many of them I still am in contact with after high school
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• A+

• 1,541 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio