Serving 449 students in grades 9-12, New Design 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥80% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 449 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥80% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Design High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
New Design High School's student population of 449 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
Good Vibes
School Rankings
New Design 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 New Design High School is 0.55, 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
#1870 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
60%
30%
Black
30%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Design High School's ranking?
New Design High School is ranked #1870 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are New Design High School often compared to?
New Design High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High School For Dual Language And Asian Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Design High School?
The graduation rate of New Design High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Design High School?
449 students attend New Design High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of New Design High School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Design High School?
New Design High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Design High School offer ?
New Design High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Design High School part of?
New Design High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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