For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 2,758 students in Massapequa, NY.
The top-ranked public high schools in Massapequa, NY are Massapequa High School and Plainedge Senior High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Massapequa, NY public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 89% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in Massapequa have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public high schools.
Massapequa, NY public high school have a Graduation Rate of 97%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Massapequa High School, with ≥99% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high school average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Massapequa, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Massapequa High School
(Math: 96% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 5%10
4925 Merrick Rd
Massapequa, NY 11758
(516) 308-5901
Massapequa, NY 11758
(516) 308-5901
Gr: 9-12 | 1,407 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 12%
Rank: #22.
Plainedge Senior High School
(Math: 65-69% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
241 Wyngate Dr
Massapequa, NY 11758
(516) 992-7550
Massapequa, NY 11758
(516) 992-7550
Gr: 9-12 | 856 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 20%
Rank: n/an/a
198 Baltimore Ave
Massapequa, NY 11758
(516) 308-5801
Massapequa, NY 11758
(516) 308-5801
Gr: 9 | 495 students Student-teacher ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 19%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Massapequa, NY?
The top-ranked public high schools in Massapequa, NY include Massapequa High School and Plainedge Senior High School.
How many public high schools are located in Massapequa?
3 public high schools are located in Massapequa.
What is the racial composition of students in Massapequa?
Massapequa public high schools minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the New York public high schools average of 62% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Massapequa are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Massapequa include: Plainedge Senior High School vs. Massapequa High School
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