John Bowne High School is a public high school located in Flushing, Queens, New York City, next to Queens College, City University of New York. It has an enrollment of nearly four thousand students. The school, which opened in 1964, is named after the English immigrant John Bowne.
Serving 2,778 students in grades 9-12, John Bowne High School 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 36% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% 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: 2,778 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Bowne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
John Bowne High School's student population of 2,778 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 206 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,778 students
Total Classroom Teachers
206 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
White, Blue
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 26, 2026
Campus Size
3 acres
School Rankings
John Bowne High School 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 John Bowne High School is 0.65, 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
#2309 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
10%
Hispanic
52%
31%
Black
13%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Bowne High School's ranking?
John Bowne High School is ranked #2309 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?
36% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of John Bowne High School?
The graduation rate of John Bowne High School is 82%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend John Bowne High School?
2,778 students attend John Bowne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of John Bowne High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Bowne High School?
John Bowne High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does John Bowne High School offer ?
John Bowne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Bowne High School part of?
John Bowne High School is part of New York City Geographic District #25.
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