Bellport

Bellport High School, located in Brookhaven and part of the South Country Central School District, is recognized for its diverse student body, wide-ranging academic offerings, and commitment to preparing students for college, careers, and lifelong learning. With an enrollment of approximately 1,390 students, Bellport provides a robust curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP), honors, dual-enrollment, and career-focused courses, as well as a wide array of enrichment and extracurricular opportunities25.

2024–2025 Academic Year Highlights

The 2024–2025 school year saw Bellport High School celebrate a record number of AP Scholars and National Honor Society inductees. The top 10 students in the Class of 2024 included AP Scholars with Distinction and leaders in music, science, and business, reflecting the school’s academic and extracurricular strengths3. Students excelled in Science Olympiad, DECA, music, and theater, while the Class of 2025 earned acceptances to SUNY, CUNY, and a variety of selective private colleges and universities, with several students receiving scholarships for academics, STEM, and the arts35.

Academic Legacy and Culture

Bellport High School is built on a foundation of academic rigor, inclusivity, and opportunity. The dedicated faculty supports critical thinking, creativity, and leadership through a rich selection of AP, honors, and dual-enrollment courses. The curriculum is continually updated to meet the needs of all students and to prepare them for graduation and postsecondary success. Leadership development, service learning, and community involvement are central to the school’s culture1.

By the Numbers

• Enrollment: Approximately 1,390 students25
• Graduation Rate: 87% (recent years, fluctuating between 81% and 91%)25
• Average SAT Score: 11705
• AP/Honors Courses Offered: 15+ (including AP Capstone)13
• AP Enrollment: 15%5
• AP Exam Pass Rate: Data not published; AP Scholars recognized annually3
• National Honor Society Inductees (2024): 60+3
• College Acceptance Rate: Data not published; graduates attend SUNY, CUNY, and selective private colleges35
• Special Programs: Science Research, Project Lead the Way (STEM), Business Academy, Dual-Enrollment, Award-Winning Music & Arts, AP Capstone13

Looking Ahead

Bellport High School continues to expand academic opportunities, with plans to introduce new AP and dual-enrollment courses, enhance STEM and business pathways, and strengthen partnerships with local colleges and industries. The school’s commitment to opportunity and diversity ensures every graduate is prepared for higher education and the evolving demands of the 21st century1.