At a glance
Reported students
1,158
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
122.4
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
9.5:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
New York high enrollment
84th percentile
Compared with 1,188 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
498
Smithtown High School-West: 1,158 reported students.
State peer staffing position
27th percentile
9.5:1 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
- 1,310
- Teachers (FTE)
- 125.6
- Student–teacher ratio
- 10.4:1
What the reported data says about Smithtown High School-West
Smithtown High School-West is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in Smithtown. It is one of 12 current school records connected to Smithtown Central School District. NCES reports 1,158 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 84th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 9.5:1, below 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 White (75%) and Hispanic or Latino (13.4%). English learners represent 2.7% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 17.6%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 25 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking Smithtown High School-West
- 1How do the reported 9.5:1 student–teacher ratio and 122.4 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 7.5 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4What meal assistance, transportation, after-school, and family-support services are currently available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 2.7%
- Students with disabilities
- 17.6%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 16.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 7.5
- Nurses (FTE)
- 1.5
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 3
- 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
- White75%
- Hispanic13.4%
- Black2.3%
- Asian6.6%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial2.5%
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
25 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
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 Smithtown Central School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Smithtown High School East
High · Grades 09–12
1,403 reported students
Great Hollow Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
750 reported students
Accompsett Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
523 reported students
Accompsett Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
522 reported students
Smithtown Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
517 reported students
Mount Pleasant Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
479 reported students
Public schools near Smithtown High School-West
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Park High School High · Kings Park Central School District | 09–12 | 823 | 1.4 mi |
| Commack High School High · Commack Union Free School District | 09–12 | 1,728 | 2.4 mi |
| Hauppauge High School High · Hauppauge Union Free School District | 09–12 | 1,038 | 3.6 mi |
| Smithtown High School East High · Smithtown Central School District | 09–12 | 1,403 | 4.1 mi |
| Central Islip Senior High School High · Central Islip Union Free School District | 09–12 | 2,615 | 4.9 mi |
| Elwood/John Glenn High School High · Elwood Union Free School District | 09–12 | 677 | 4.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about Smithtown High School-West
What grades does Smithtown High School-West serve?
Smithtown High School-West reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in Smithtown Central School District.
How many students attend Smithtown High School-West?
Smithtown High School-West reported 1,158 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 84th percentile among 1,188 New York high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,310 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at Smithtown High School-West?
The calculated ratio is 9.5:1, based on 1,158 students and 122.4 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 Smithtown High School-West a public, charter, or magnet school?
Smithtown High School-West is a public school and is not a charter school; it is also identified as a magnet school. Admission can involve an application or lottery, so check enrollment windows with the school.
What share of Smithtown High School-West students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
16.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is Smithtown High School-West in?
Smithtown High School-West is part of Smithtown Central School District, based in Smithtown, NY, which operates 12 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near Smithtown High School-West?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Kings Park High School (1.4 mi), Commack High School (2.4 mi), Hauppauge High School (3.6 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.