East Meadow High School vs Newfield High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New York, United States, 45 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
East Meadow High School
East Meadow · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,549 students
Newfield High School
Selden · Public high · Grades 9–12
1,553 students
| Measure | East Meadow High School East Meadow, New York | Newfield High School Selden, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 91 Top 5% | 79 Top 10% |
| State rank | #136 of 1,079 | #399 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #172 of 16,910 | #1416 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 1,549 | 1,553 |
| Enrollment | 1,549 | 1,553 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 30.3% | 45.1% |
| Students per teacher | 11.8 | 15.1 |
| Reading proficiency | 99.5% | 96% |
| Math proficiency | 99.5% | 84% |
| city | East Meadow | Selden |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •East Meadow High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (91.3 vs 79.1).
- •East Meadow High School does better on math proficiency (99.5% vs 84%).
- •East Meadow High School does better on reading proficiency (99.5% vs 96%).
- •East Meadow High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (30.3% vs 45.1%).
- •East Meadow High School does better on students per teacher (11.8 vs 15.1).
- •Newfield High School is the larger school with 1,553 students compared with 1,549.
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 East Meadow High School better than Newfield High School?
On the Success Index (US), East Meadow High School ranks higher (91.3 vs 79.1 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 East Meadow High School and Newfield High School?
About 45 km in a straight line, between East Meadow and Selden in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
East Meadow High School: 1,549. Newfield High School: 1,553. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do East Meadow High School and Newfield High School rank in New York?
East Meadow High School is 136th of 1,079 and Newfield High School is 399th of 1,079 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).