At a glance
Reported students
1,567
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
117.35
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.4:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York high enrollment
93rd percentile
Compared with 1,188 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
538
Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School: 1,567 reported students.
State peer staffing position
85th percentile
13.4:1 reported; state peer median 10.8:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,504
- Teachers (FTE)
- 109
- Student–teacher ratio
- 13.8:1
What the reported data says about Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School
Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Copiague. It is one of 6 current school records connected to Copiague Union Free School District. NCES reports 1,567 students for 2024–25.
Among 1,188 high schools in New York with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 460 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 93rd percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.4:1, above the New York median of 10.8:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (67.5%) and Black (21.3%). English learners represent 15.5% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 15.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment. The school reported 14 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School
- 1How do the reported 13.4:1 student–teacher ratio and 117.35 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 8 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 15.5%
- Students with disabilities
- 15.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 53.6%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 8
- Nurses (FTE)
- 2
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 2
- Social workers (FTE)
- 3
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White8.2%
- Hispanic67.5%
- Black21.3%
- Asian1.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.1%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial1.1%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
14 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Not reported as offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in Copiague Union Free School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Copiague Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
1,081 reported students
Susan E Wiley School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
611 reported students
Deauville Gardens East Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
465 reported students
Great Neck Road Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
428 reported students
Deauville Gardens West Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
427 reported students
Public schools near Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amityville Memorial High School High · Amityville Union Free School District | 09–12 | 936 | 1.5 mi |
| Lindenhurst Senior High School High · Lindenhurst Union Free School District | 09–12 | 1,868 | 1.7 mi |
| Farmingdale Senior High School High · Farmingdale Union Free School District | 09–12 | 1,704 | 2.8 mi |
| West Babylon Senior High School High · West Babylon Union Free School District | 09–12 | 1,228 | 2.9 mi |
| Massapequa High School High · Massapequa Union Free School District | 09–12 | 1,407 | 3.3 mi |
| Wyandanch Memorial High School High · Wyandanch Union Free School District | 09–12 | 850 | 4 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School
What grades does Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School serve?
Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Copiague Union Free School District.
How many students attend Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School?
Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School reported 1,567 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 93rd percentile among 1,188 New York high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,504 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School?
The calculated ratio is 13.4:1, based on 1,567 students and 117.35 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The New York median for the same school level is 10.8:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on Copiague Union Free School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
53.6% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School in?
Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School is part of Copiague Union Free School District, based in Copiague, NY, which operates 6 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Walter G O'Connell Copiague High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Amityville Memorial High School (1.5 mi), Lindenhurst Senior High School (1.7 mi), Farmingdale Senior High School (2.8 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.