The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was ≥50% (which was lower than the New York state average of 69%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was ≥50% (which was lower than the New York state average of 60%).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
n/a
Total Students (11-12)
105 students
Total Classroom Teachers (11-12)
10 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥50%
69%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)≥50%
60%
Student-Teacher Ratio
n/a
11:1
American Indian
(11-12)n/a
1%
Asian
(11-12)n/a
9%
Hispanic
(11-12)18%
23%
Black
(11-12)82%
18%
White
(11-12)n/a
48%
Hawaiian
(11-12)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(11-12)n/a
1%
Eligible for Free Lunch (11-12)
62%
42%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (11-12)
6%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District # 2
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 69% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 60% NY state average).
How many students attend Pacific High School?
105 students attend Pacific High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Pacific High School students are Black, and 18% of students are Hispanic.
What school district is Pacific High School part of?
Pacific High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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