The High School for Math, Science and Engineering at City College is one of the nine specialized high schools in New York City, United States. Ranked as the #1 high school in New York, it caters to highly gifted students residing in New York City. It is located within the campus of the City College of New York.
Serving 576 students in grades 9-12, High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 576 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The attendance zone for High School Math Science and Engineering at CCNY encompasses approximately 468.2 square miles in New York, NY, serving students from a diverse area that typically requires a 20-30 minute drive to reach the school, with the furthest edge located 28.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny's student population of 576 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
576 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2002
School Motto
OUR STUDENTS MAKE HIGH EXPECTATIONS POSSIBLE
School Rankings
High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny is 0.76, which is more 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
#1202 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
28%
10%
Hispanic
16%
31%
Black
9%
15%
White
35%
39%
Two or more races
11%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
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 Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny's ranking?
High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny is ranked #1202 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny often compared to?
High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccnyis often viewed alongside schools like Baruch College Campus High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny?
The graduation rate of High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny?
576 students attend High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny students are White, 28% of students are Asian, 16% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny?
High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny offer ?
High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny part of?
High School Mathematics Science And Engineering At Ccny is part of New York City Geographic District # 5.
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