West Islip High Ranked 1 Of 30 Best Schools On Long Island: Report

WEST ISLIP, NY — Thirty Long Island high schools have been ranked by "Money Inc.," an online publication dedicated to the "culture of money."

The website released its list of the 30 Best High Schools in Long Island:Top-Ranked Academic Institutions earlier this year, which includes high schools in Nassau and Suffolk counties, based on "comprehensive metrics including academic performance, graduation rates, college readiness and extracurricular offerings."

West Islip High School ranked 22 on the list. Here's what "Money Inc." had to say:

"West Islip High School stands as a respected educational institution in Suffolk County, Long Island. The school serves approximately 1,100 students in grades 9-12 and maintains a solid academic reputation in the region.

"Students at West Islip benefit from a comprehensive curriculum that includes numerous Advanced Placement courses and college preparatory programs. The school’s average graduation rate consistently exceeds the state average, with most graduates pursuing higher education.

"West Islip offers strong extracurricular activities, with notable success in athletics and performing arts. Their music program has received recognition at regional competitions, while their sports teams compete effectively in Suffolk County leagues.

"The school features modern facilities, including well-equipped science laboratories, a renovated library media center, and athletic fields. Faculty members at West Islip demonstrate commitment to student achievement through personalized learning approaches and academic support programs."

Here is the full list of the 30 best high schools on Long Island, according to "Money Inc.":

• 1. Jericho High School
• 2. Great Neck South High School
• 3. Half Hollow Hills High School West
• 4. Garden City High School
• 5. Syosset Senior High School
• 6. Huntington High School
• 7. East Islip High School
• 8. Connetquot High School
• 9. Smithtown East High School
• 10. Mineola High School
• 11. Schreiber High School
• 12. Bellmore-Merrick Central High School
• 13. Manhasset Secondary School
• 14. Friends Academy
• 15. Comsewogue High School
• 16. Ward Melville High School
• 17. Roslyn High School
• 18. Patchogue-Medford High School
• 19. Northport High School
• 20. Bayport-Blue Point High School
• 21. Locust Valley High School
• 22. West Islip High School
• 23. Eastport-South Manor High School
• 24. Hicksville High School
• 25. Sayville High School
• 26. Amityville Memorial High School
• 27. Long Beach High School
• 28. Plainedge High School
• 29. Miller Place High School
• 30. Commack High School

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