Serving 380 students in grades 9-12, High School Of Applied Communications 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 25-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 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 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The High School of Applied Communications serves an attendance area in Long Island City, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance to the edge of the zone being 11.6 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 24.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School Of Applied Communications ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
High School Of Applied Communications's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
380 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Equity and access to knowledge, skills, and resources critical to becoming future leaders and influencers.
School Rankings
High School Of Applied Communications 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 Of Applied Communications is 0.45, 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
#2984 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
73%
31%
Black
5%
15%
White
8%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 Of Applied Communications's ranking?
High School Of Applied Communications is ranked #2984 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are High School Of Applied Communications often compared to?
High School Of Applied Communicationsis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Of Finance And Enterprise, Information Technology High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School Of Applied Communications?
The graduation rate of High School Of Applied Communications is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend High School Of Applied Communications?
380 students attend High School Of Applied Communications.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of High School Of Applied Communications students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School Of Applied Communications?
High School Of Applied Communications has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School Of Applied Communications offer ?
High School Of Applied Communications offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School Of Applied Communications part of?
High School Of Applied Communications is part of New York City Geographic District #24.
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