Serving 1,001 students in grades 9-12, Maspeth High School ranks in the top 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 48% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). 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 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,001 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Maspeth High School serves an attendance area in Elmhurst, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families within this zone typically experience a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 11.4 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 25.8 miles to its furthest point.
- 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Maspeth High School's student population of 1,001 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 74 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,001 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
74 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Year Founded
2011
School Rankings
Maspeth High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 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 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2006 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Asian
19%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Hispanic
61%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
White
16%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 14-year historical data
Graduation Rate
96%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Kelly green
School Mascot
Argonaut
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maspeth High School's ranking?
Maspeth High School is ranked #2006 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Maspeth High School?
1,001 students attend Maspeth High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Maspeth High School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 16% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Maspeth High School?
Maspeth High School has a student ration of 14:1, 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.
In what neighborhood is Maspeth High School located?
Maspeth High School is located in the Maspeth neighborhood of Elmhurst, NY.
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