Serving 1,425 students in grades 9-12, Staten Island Technical High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 96% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,425 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: 96% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Staten Island Technical High School serves an attendance zone covering approximately 287.7 square miles in Staten Island, NY, with students typically traveling 20-30 minutes to reach the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is about 15.1 miles, extending up to 27.3 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Staten Island Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Staten Island Technical High School's student population of 1,425 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,425 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1988
School Calendar
School Rankings
Staten Island Technical High School ranks within the top 1% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Staten Island Technical High School is 0.48, 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
#4 out of 4346 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
67%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
4%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
15%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
27%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black and Vegas Gold
School Mascot
Seagulls
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Staten Island Technical High School's ranking?
Staten Island Technical High School is ranked #4 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Staten Island Technical High School often compared to?
Staten Island Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
96% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥95% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Staten Island Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Staten Island Technical High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Staten Island Technical High School?
1,425 students attend Staten Island Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Staten Island Technical High School students are Asian, 27% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Staten Island Technical High School?
Staten Island Technical High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Staten Island Technical High School offer ?
Staten Island Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Staten Island Technical High School part of?
Staten Island Technical High School is part of New York City Geographic District #31.
In what neighborhood is Staten Island Technical High School located?
Staten Island Technical High School is located in the New Dorp neighborhood of Staten Island, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in New Dorp.
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