Serving 1,007 students in grades 9-12, High School For Environmental Studies 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 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,007 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The High School for Environmental Studies serves a large attendance area of approximately 468.2 square miles in New York, NY, with typical drive times of 20 to 30 minutes and distances extending up to 23.8 miles from the furthest edge of the zone.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School For Environmental Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
High School For Environmental Studies's student population of 1,007 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,007 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Year Founded
1992
School Rankings
High School For Environmental Studies 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 Environmental Studies is 0.66, 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
#2847 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Hispanic
54%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Black
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
White
16%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 11-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Graduation Rate
92%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High School For Environmental Studies's ranking?
High School For Environmental Studies is ranked #2847 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?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School For Environmental Studies?
The graduation rate of High School For Environmental Studies is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend High School For Environmental Studies?
1,007 students attend High School For Environmental Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of High School For Environmental Studies students are Hispanic, 16% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School For Environmental Studies?
High School For Environmental Studies has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School For Environmental Studies offer ?
High School For Environmental Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School For Environmental Studies part of?
High School For Environmental Studies is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
School Reviews
Review High School For Environmental Studies. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Is Your Child's School Day Too Structured?
Discover where free time disappears during your child's school day, how to evaluate lunch, recess, and classroom schedules, and what parents can do when breaks become structured activities.
When Your Child's Best Friend Is in Another Class
Discover how to help your child when their best friend is assigned to another classroom, including school placement policies, maintaining friendships, building connections, and knowing when to request help.
Should Your Child Repeat a Grade or Move Ahead?
Before agreeing to grade retention, learn what evidence to request, how to review school policies, explore alternatives, understand parental rights, and secure an effective academic support plan for your child.
