Serving 359 students in grades 9-12, High School For Media & Communications ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 359 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School For Media & Communications ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
High School For Media & Communications's student population of 359 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
359 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
High School For Media & Communications ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High School For Media & Communications is 0.20, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#2227 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
89%
31%
Black
8%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High School For Media & Communications's ranking?
High School For Media & Communications is ranked #2227 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School For Media & Communications?
The graduation rate of High School For Media & Communications is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend High School For Media & Communications?
359 students attend High School For Media & Communications.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of High School For Media & Communications students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School For Media & Communications?
High School For Media & Communications has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School For Media & Communications offer ?
High School For Media & Communications offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School For Media & Communications part of?
High School For Media & Communications is part of New York City Geographic District # 6.
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