Flushing International High School is a New York City public high school that opened in September 2004 in Flushing, New York. Students come from over 30 countries and speak over twenty native languages. Flushing International is a NYC School Empowerment School in District 25.
Serving 401 students in grades 9-12, Flushing International 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 401 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flushing International High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Flushing International High School's student population of 401 students has stayed relatively flat 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
401 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
2004
School Rankings
Flushing International 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 International High School is 0.47, 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
#1386 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)50-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
29%
10%
Hispanic
67%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dragons
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flushing International High School's ranking?
Flushing International High School is ranked #1386 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?
50-59% 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 Flushing International High School?
The graduation rate of Flushing International High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Flushing International High School?
401 students attend Flushing International High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Flushing International High School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flushing International High School?
Flushing International High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Flushing International High School offer ?
Flushing International High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Flushing International High School part of?
Flushing International High School is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
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