Maspeth High School is a public high school in Elmhurst, Queens. The school opened in September 2013 with 273 students at the Metropolitan Avenue Campus in Forest Hills, Queens and serves primarily students from NYC District 24 in Northern Queens.
Serving 1,023 students in grades 9-12, Maspeth High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 92% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,023 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 92% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Maspeth High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Maspeth High School's student population of 1,023 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,023 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Year Founded
2011
Colors
Navy Blue, Kelly green
School Rankings
Maspeth High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Maspeth High School is 0.57, 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
#897 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
60%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
19%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Argonaut
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maspeth High School's ranking?
Maspeth High School is ranked #897 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Maspeth High School often compared to?
Maspeth High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Townsend Harris High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
92% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Maspeth High School?
The graduation rate of Maspeth High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Maspeth High School?
1,023 students attend Maspeth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Maspeth High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 19% of students are White, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Maspeth High School?
Maspeth High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Maspeth High School offer ?
Maspeth High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Maspeth High School part of?
Maspeth High School is part of New York City Geographic District #24 School District.
In what neighborhood is Maspeth High School located?
Maspeth High School is located in the Maspeth neighborhood of Elmhurst, NY.
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