Syosset Senior High School

Extremely competitive environment, teachers are hit or miss - some super great ones, some really lousy ones. Student population is mostly very bright and the people who move to this district value education highly. The schools have the "Blue Ribbon" status and they do have strong PTA's and parent involvement. The students are not only competitive academically but socially as well. They can be cliquey and snobby. The student body is mostly white along with Asian and Indian student populations as well. The majority of students come from middle to upper middle class backgrounds. There is a sizable Jewish population. The school is located in a neighborhood surrounded by homes, however the main road into the school gets congested during arrival and dismissal hours. Lots of extra curricular activities, strong sports programs and opportunities for those in the arts and music programs. There are many college level courses to choose from and almost all the graduates go on to college...many to Ivy league and top colleges across the country.
--Submitted by a parent

Syosset HS is a great school because it offers excellent classes for students of all abilities. It is also a very generous school, where the students continuously raise funds and plan activities to help others. The giving spirit is what sets Syosset HS apart from the rest.
--Submitted by a teacher

I'm an alumni and I'm disappointed in having been to and graduating from this school. So much to the point that I don't have and even want to show association with this HS. only a couple of people will I remember and keep associations with. In fact I even loved college and middle/junio high school (and even preschool) way better than high school years. What a shame...

There is an emphasis on creativity in evry field, from music and art to mathematics and sports.
--Submitted by a parent

I agree with both the positive and negative responses. I have graduated from Syosset High School and have become successful. The education is decent. But definitely yes, many of the negative aspects are well hidden by the faculty. The faculty strongly and obviously favors the 'elite ivy league bound' students and overlooks the average. Teachers hold a lot of power in Syosset high school. Bullying from teachers is in existent as well as from other students. Your child is only safe if she is part of the elite: just straight A's in some honor and regular classes is not enough... it has to be straight A + in all the top level classes and winner of state and international competitions, leader of sports and clubs, extraordinary activities and have some exceptional talent. Have all that and your child will get attention and respect from the school. Otherwise be ignored.
--Submitted by a student

Syosset is an amazing school. The standards are put extremely high for students. For example, every student in the high school takes certain Math courses a year earlier than other schools. My son is in 10th grade, and is taking Math 11 B2, a course that most Juniors take in other districts like Plainview. This could be good and bad because a) My son could take Pre-Calculus in 11th grade, and an AP course in 12th, and b) The course is very fast and difficult. Syosset also offers the top amount of AP (Advanced Placement) courses out of any schools in the county. Syosset has many great sports, music, theater, and many more great programs. Syosset is a great place for any child to go.
--Submitted by a parent

I was a student at Syosset High School infortunitly in my year becoming a Senor I had to move. I as a student see a lot difference in school. The eduction and atmosphere of students and teachers. There is more RESPECT in Syosset student to the teachers. I find respect to teachers a very importing part of education. I think Syosset has tought me that. I miss it dearly I wish I could go back
--Submitted by a student

The school is very diverse in its outside activities such as sports, clubs and academic teams. As a student, there isn't much that I can think of that is not offered at the school. I have not witnessed and severe bullying in this school since I've been here. It is very strong academically and is a great school all together.
--Submitted by a student

Syosset has a great school system, however the attitudes of the population can be detrimental to learning. Academic achivement is stressed and achieved in this district, but the stress to succeed while also worrying about your Prada bag can get to be a bit much, Great teachers, wealthy area, obnoxious pretentious student population.
--Submitted by a former student

If you are looking for a school that has extremely high academic standards, look no further. My daughter, who has been a solid straight-A student her entire academic life, is struggling to keep up wih the very demanding course load, homework assignments and after school activities. As a Freshman, she starts her day at 5:30 in the morning to review her notes from the previous day. She goes to school at 7 and returns at 3:30. I have seen her work straight through to 10 pm on many, many weeknights trying her best to maintain her grade point average. Let me tell youi, this is not easy! I would definitely recommend Syosset High School for those students looking to get into a top ive-league college.
--Submitted by a teacher