Oyster Bay High School vs West Side School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 4.5 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Oyster Bay High School
Oyster Bay · Public high · Grades 9–12
412 students
West Side School
Syosset · Public elementary · Grades 2–6
215 students
| Measure | Oyster Bay High School Oyster Bay, New York | West Side School Syosset, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 86 Top 5% | 92 Top 5% |
| State rank | #252 of 1,079 | #53 of 2,536 |
| National rank | #535 of 16,910 | #364 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 2–6 |
| Students | 412 | 215 |
| Enrollment | 412 | 215 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 28.6% | 1.9% |
| Students per teacher | 8.2 | 9.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 79% | 72% |
| Math proficiency | 73% | 87% |
| city | Oyster Bay | Syosset |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •West Side School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (92.4 vs 86.2).
- •West Side School does better on math proficiency (87% vs 73%).
- •Oyster Bay High School does better on reading proficiency (79% vs 72%).
- •West Side School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (1.9% vs 28.6%).
- •Oyster Bay High School does better on students per teacher (8.2 vs 9.3).
- •Oyster Bay High School is the larger school with 412 students compared with 215.
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 Oyster Bay High School better than West Side School?
On the Success Index (US), West Side School ranks higher (92.4 vs 86.2 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 Oyster Bay High School and West Side School?
About 4.5 km in a straight line, between Oyster Bay and Syosset in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Oyster Bay High School: 412. West Side School: 215. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Oyster Bay High School and West Side School rank in New York?
Oyster Bay High School is 252nd of 1,079 and West Side School is 53rd of 2,536 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).