Mineola High School is a public high school in the Mineola Union Free School District and is located in Garden City Park, New York. It serves Mineola, as well as certain parts of Albertson, Williston Park, Garden City Park, and Roslyn Heights.
Serving 1,090 students in grades 8-12, Mineola High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 1,090 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 78% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mineola High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Mineola High School's student population of 1,090 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,090 students
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Black, Red
School Motto
The mission of the Mineola Union Free School District is to inspire each student to be a life-long learner, pursue excellence, exhibit strength of character and contribute positively to a global society.
School Rankings
Mineola High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mineola High School is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2130 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
38%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
44%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mineola High School's ranking?
Mineola High School is ranked #2130 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Mineola High School often compared to?
Mineola High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Herricks High School, New Hyde Park Memorial High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Mineola High School?
The graduation rate of Mineola High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Mineola High School?
1,090 students attend Mineola High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Mineola High School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mineola High School?
Mineola High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Mineola High School offer ?
Mineola High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mineola High School part of?
Mineola High School is part of Mineola Union Free School District.
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