publichighGrade 7-12

West Hempstead Secondary School

400 Nassau Blvd, West Hempstead, NY 11552, United States

+1 (516) 390-3214

http://www.whufsd.com

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West Hempstead Secondary School Overview

About This School

West Hempstead Secondary School is a public high in West Hempstead, New York, serving 806 students in grades 7-12. The school maintains a staff of 71 teachers with an average salary of $119,593 and a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Support services are provided through a ratio of 268 students per counselor. Students at the school represent a diverse demographic, with 49% identifying as Hispanic, 21% as Black, 17% as White, 9% as Asian, and 4% as two or more races. The student body is composed of 51% male and 49% female.

806

Total Students

Grade 7-12

11:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

71 full-time teachers

Academic Performance

Percentage of students who met or exceeded state standards

English Language Arts0%

Mathematics0%

Science0%

School Information

School Type

public

Grade Levels

Grade 7-12

County

Nassau County

Students per Counselor

268:1

West Hempstead Secondary School Academics & Test Scores

Test Scores

State assessment results showing percentage of students proficient or above

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Class Information

11:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

City Avg: 13.3:1

State Avg: 11.2:1

268

Students per Counselor

West Hempstead Secondary School Teachers & Staff

Teaching Staff

Total Full-Time Teachers

Average Teacher Salary

$119,593

City Avg: $119,593

State Avg: $91,676

Based on state average salaries for full-time teachers

Support Staff

Student-Teacher Ratio11:1

Students per Counselor268:1

West Hempstead Secondary School Student Demographics

Student Body

50.62%

Male

49.38%

Female

Total Enrollment: 806 students

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

White17.25%

Hispanic48.76%

Asian9.06%

Black20.84%

Two or More Races3.6%

Native American0%

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Frequently Asked Questions About West Hempstead Secondary School

Q: What is West Hempstead Secondary School?

A: West Hempstead Secondary School is a high public located in West Hempstead.

Q: How many students attend West Hempstead Secondary School?

A: West Hempstead Secondary School has approximately 806 students enrolled.

Q: What is the student-teacher ratio at West Hempstead Secondary School?

A: The student-teacher ratio at West Hempstead Secondary School is 11:1.

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Detailed Information about West Hempstead Secondary School

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About West Hempstead Secondary School - West Hempstead, NY

Quick Facts about West Hempstead Secondary School
School Name	West Hempstead Secondary School
School Type	public
Grade Levels	Grade 7-12
Location	400 Nassau Blvd, West Hempstead, NY 11552, West Hempstead, NY
County	Nassau County
Phone	+1 (516) 390-3214
Total Students	806
Student-Teacher Ratio	11:1
Full-Time Teachers	71
Rating	/10
ELA Proficiency	%
Math Proficiency	%
Science Proficiency	%

Frequently Asked Questions about West Hempstead Secondary School

What is West Hempstead Secondary School?

West Hempstead Secondary School is a high public located in West Hempstead.

How many students attend West Hempstead Secondary School?

West Hempstead Secondary School has approximately 806 students enrolled.

What is the student-teacher ratio at West Hempstead Secondary School?

The student-teacher ratio at West Hempstead Secondary School is 11:1.

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