Central Islip Senior High School vs South Shore Charter School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Central Islip Senior High School
Central Islip · Public high · Grades 9–12
2,615 students
South Shore Charter School
Central Islip · Charter elementary · Grades K–2
268 students
| Measure | Central Islip Senior High School Central Islip, New York | South Shore Charter School Central Islip, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 73 Top 25% | 100 Top 5% |
| State rank | #572 of 1,079 | #1 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #2681 of 16,910 | #1 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Charter |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades K–2 |
| Students | 2,615 | 268 |
| Enrollment | 2,615 | 268 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 55.6% | 1.1% |
| Students per teacher | 17.0 | – |
| Reading proficiency | 89% | – |
| Math proficiency | 87% | – |
| city | Central Islip | Central Islip |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •South Shore Charter School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (99.9 vs 72.5).
- •South Shore Charter School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.1% vs 55.6%).
- •Central Islip Senior High School is the larger school with 2,615 students compared with 268.
- •Central Islip Senior High School is a public school while South Shore Charter School is a charter school, so fees and admission rules differ.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Central Islip Senior High School better than South Shore Charter School?
On the Success Index (US), South Shore Charter School ranks higher (99.9 vs 72.5 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Central Islip Senior High School and South Shore Charter School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Central Islip and Central Islip in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Central Islip Senior High School: 2,615. South Shore Charter School: 268. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Central Islip Senior High School and South Shore Charter School rank in New York?
Central Islip Senior High School is 572nd of 1,079 and South Shore Charter School is 1st of 2,536 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).