Pace University High School, also known as "Pace High School," is a public high school located in the New York City borough of Manhattan, affiliated with Pace University.
Serving 534 students in grades 9-12, Pace High School ranks in the top 50% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower 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 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 534 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pace High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Pace High School's student population of 534 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has grown by 58% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
534 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Rankings
Pace High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pace High School is 0.64, 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
#1853 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
51%
30%
Black
31%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Pace High School's ranking?
Pace High School is ranked #1853 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pace High School?
The graduation rate of Pace High School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pace High School?
534 students attend Pace High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Pace High School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pace High School?
Pace High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pace High School offer ?
Pace High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pace High School part of?
Pace High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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