Serving 263 students in grades 9-12, International High School For Health Sciences ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 263 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
International High School For Health Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
International High School For Health Sciences's student population of 263 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
263 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
International High School For Health Sciences ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of International High School For Health Sciences is 0.44, 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
#2254 out of 4093 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
73%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
4%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is International High School For Health Sciences's ranking?
International High School For Health Sciences is ranked #2254 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are International High School For Health Sciences often compared to?
International High School For Health Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Newtown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of International High School For Health Sciences?
The graduation rate of International High School For Health Sciences is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend International High School For Health Sciences?
263 students attend International High School For Health Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of International High School For Health Sciences students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 3% 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 International High School For Health Sciences?
International High School For Health Sciences has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does International High School For Health Sciences offer ?
International High School For Health Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is International High School For Health Sciences part of?
International High School For Health Sciences is part of New York City Geographic District #24 School District.
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