The High School for Health Professions and Human Services is a public high school in Manhattan, New York City. It is specialized for students preparing for careers in the healthcare and human resources fields. The curriculum emphasizes the academic preparation necessary for these fields.
Serving 1,667 students in grades 9-12, High School For Health Professions & Human Services ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 57% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (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 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,667 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School For Health Professions & Human Services ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
High School For Health Professions & Human Services's student population of 1,667 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 105 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,667 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
105 teachers
Year Founded
2001
School Calendar
Campus Size
2
School Motto
Empower, Engage, Excel
School Mascot
Eagle
School Rankings
High School For Health Professions & Human Services 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 Health Professions & Human Services is 0.65, 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
#2311 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
54%
30%
Black
15%
16%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagle
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High School For Health Professions & Human Services's ranking?
High School For Health Professions & Human Services is ranked #2311 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?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School For Health Professions & Human Services?
The graduation rate of High School For Health Professions & Human Services is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend High School For Health Professions & Human Services?
1,667 students attend High School For Health Professions & Human Services.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of High School For Health Professions & Human Services students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School For Health Professions & Human Services?
High School For Health Professions & Human Services has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School For Health Professions & Human Services offer ?
High School For Health Professions & Human Services offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School For Health Professions & Human Services part of?
High School For Health Professions & Human Services is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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