Serving 2,013 students in grades 8-12, Long Island City High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 2,013 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 89% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Long Island City High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Long Island City High School's student population of 2,013 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,013 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Long Island City High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Long Island City High School is 0.47, 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
#435 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
71%
29%
Black
10%
16%
White
6%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Long Island City High School's ranking?
Long Island City High School is ranked #435 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Long Island City High School often compared to?
Long Island City High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Baccalaureate School For Global Education by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Long Island City High School?
The graduation rate of Long Island City High School is 84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Long Island City High School?
2,013 students attend Long Island City High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Long Island City High School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Long Island City High School?
Long Island City High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Long Island City High School offer ?
Long Island City High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Long Island City High School part of?
Long Island City High School is part of New York City Geographic District #30 School District.
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