Flushing High School is a four-year public high school in Flushing, in the New York City borough of Queens. The school is operated by the New York City Department of Education.
Serving 1,579 students in grades 9-12, Flushing High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 83% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flushing High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Flushing High School's student population of 1,579 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Colors
White, Red, Black
School Rankings
Flushing High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Flushing High School is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2040 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
15%
10%
Hispanic
68%
30%
Black
8%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
83%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devils
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flushing High School's ranking?
Flushing High School is ranked #2040 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Flushing High School?
The graduation rate of Flushing High School is 83%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Flushing High School?
1,579 students attend Flushing High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Flushing High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flushing High School?
Flushing High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Flushing High School offer ?
Flushing High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Flushing High School part of?
Flushing High School is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
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