Excellent
#673 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 14% in state
Academy of Finance and Enterprise
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
30-20 THOMSON AVE, Long Island City, NY 11101
Enrollment
827
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
827
Student-Teacher
14.8:1
Score
8.0
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#673 of 4,742
In Long Island City
#10 of 38
public schools
In district
#8 of 56
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24
Academic performance
10.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Academy of Finance and Enterprise
Academy of Finance and Enterprise is a public high school in Long Island City, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. Academy of Finance and Enterprise serves approximately 827 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Academy of Finance and Enterprise has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #673 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Academy of Finance and Enterprise show 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 7.5
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at Academy of Finance and Enterprise were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Academy of Finance and Enterprise — Students at Academy of Finance and Enterprise score 98% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
83.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.0/10.
How Academy of Finance and Enterprise Compares
See how Academy of Finance and Enterprise performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
30-20 THOMSON AVE, Long Island City, NY 11101
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Academy of Finance and Enterprise may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE QUEENS (rated 9.2/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (rated 8.7/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, AVIATION CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Long Island City, see our Long Island City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$116,807
Median Home Value
$995,500
Median Rent
$2,740/mo
Population
39,007
College Educated
65.4%
Homeownership
16%
Avg Commute
33.3 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
33.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Academy of Finance and Enterprise
What grades does Academy of Finance and Enterprise serve?
Academy of Finance and Enterprise serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Academy of Finance and Enterprise?
Academy of Finance and Enterprise has an enrollment of approximately 827 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy of Finance and Enterprise?
The student-teacher ratio at Academy of Finance and Enterprise is 14.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Academy of Finance and Enterprise rank in NY?
Academy of Finance and Enterprise ranks #673 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Academy of Finance and Enterprise's MySchoolScout rating?
Academy of Finance and Enterprise has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Academy of Finance and Enterprise?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Academy of Finance and Enterprise has 95% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 96% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Academy of Finance and Enterprise a charter school?
No, Academy of Finance and Enterprise is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Academy of Finance and Enterprise a Title I school?
No, Academy of Finance and Enterprise is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Academy of Finance and Enterprise?
83.3% of students at Academy of Finance and Enterprise qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 827
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 56
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 83.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (718) 389-3623
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24- District Enrollment
- 50,843
- Schools in District
- 57
- District Rank
- #8 of 56
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