Serving 117 students in grades 9-12, North Queens Community High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 117 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Queens Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
North Queens Community High School's student population of 117 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
117 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of North Queens Community High School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(18-19)≥80%
52%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
57%
31%
Black
19%
15%
White
5%
39%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are North Queens Community High School often compared to?
North Queens Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Townsend Harris High School, John Bowne High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of North Queens Community High School?
The graduation rate of North Queens Community High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend North Queens Community High School?
117 students attend North Queens Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of North Queens Community High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Black, 17% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Queens Community High School?
North Queens Community High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does North Queens Community High School offer ?
North Queens Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Queens Community High School part of?
North Queens Community High School is part of New York City Geographic District #25.
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