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#511 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 11% in state

Bayside High School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26

32-24 CORP KENNEDY ST, Bayside, NY 11361

Enrollment

3,010

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

8.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#511 of 4,742

In Bayside

#5 of 16

public schools

In district

#6 of 34

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

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About Bayside High School

Bayside High School is a public high school in Bayside, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. Bayside High School serves approximately 3,010 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Bayside High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #511 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Bayside High School show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

What's said publicly about Bayside High School

Sources: School's website Wikipedia

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated April 2026. Reviewed for accuracy.

Bayside High School is a public high school located in the Bayside neighborhood of Queens, New York City 2 . The institution is administered by the New York City Department of Education 2 . The school offers various Career and Technical Education programs, including Digital Art & Design, Music Performance & Production, Environmental Engineering & Technology, Humanities & Non-Profit Management, Computer Programming & Web Design, and Sports Medicine & Management 1 . Extracurricular activities include over 33 sports teams and more than 50 clubs 1 . The student-teacher ratio is reported as 18 to 1 1 . The school website lists resources for prospective students, such as FAFSA application guides and information on health coverage through NYS of Health 1 .
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  2. en.wikipedia.org
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How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.7
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

Bayside High School is a large school: 3,010 students. Size usually brings more course choices and activities than a smaller school can staff, but kids can also blend into the crowd. Ask how the school keeps students known and supported.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+0.26 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency95% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency95% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency95% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+51.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile99th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate99%+
AP Participation38.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.8:1
Chronic Absenteeism24.7%

Bayside High School — Students at Bayside High School score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 93.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 94.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
79%
2014
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2015
Math
97%
ELA
98%
2016
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2017
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2018
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2019
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2020*
Math
95%
ELA
95%
2021*
Math
95%
ELA
95%

* 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 Bayside High School Compares

See how Bayside High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in NY
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
AP Courses
2
State avg: 2.4
Sports
6
2 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
74%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
179 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
24.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
38.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
2 boys'·4 girls'·9 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

32-24 CORP KENNEDY ST, Bayside, NY 11361

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bayside High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BELL ACADEMY (rated 8.9/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CIRCLE ACADEMY (rated 8.5/10, 1.1 miles away, in nearby Whitestone), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MS 158 MARIE CURIE (rated 8.4/10, 1.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Bayside, see our Bayside schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
PS 159 Bayside 0.2 mi 7.2
OUR LADY OF THE BLESSED SACRAMENT Bayside 0.4 mi 6.2
CHABAD ACADEMY OF ARTS & SCIENCES Bayside 0.5 mi 4.8
CHABAD OF NORTHEAST QUEENS HEBREW SCHOOL Bayside 0.5 mi 6.0
LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF FLUSHING & BAYSIDE Bayside 0.5 mi 6.9
PS 41 CROCHERON Bayside 0.5 mi 8.3
IS 25 ADRIEN BLOCK Flushing 0.6 mi 7.5
WORLD JOURNALISM PREPARATORY: A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Flushing 0.6 mi 6.6
PS 169 BAY TERRACE Bayside 0.8 mi 7.8
BELL ACADEMY Bayside 0.8 mi 8.9
PS 130 Bayside 0.8 mi 7.9
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bayside 0.8 mi 7.0
WILLIAM SPYROPOULOS GREEK-AMERICAN DAY SCHOOL Flushing 1.0 mi 4.8
PS 32 STATE STREET Flushing 0.8 mi 7.3
MS 158 MARIE CURIE Bayside 1.1 mi 8.4
ST KEVIN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing 1.2 mi 6.1
CIRCLE ACADEMY Whitestone 1.1 mi 8.5
PS 31 BAYSIDE Bayside 1.1 mi 7.5
PS 209 CLEARVIEW GARDENS Whitestone 1.1 mi 7.8
PS 376 Flushing 1.2 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11361 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$108,391

Median Home Value

$900,700

Median Rent

$2,315/mo

Population

30,402

College Educated

48.1%

Homeownership

60.4%

Avg Commute

40.1 min

Poverty Rate

9.3%

Median Age

42.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bayside High School

What grades does Bayside High School serve?

Bayside High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Bayside High School?

Bayside High School has an enrollment of approximately 3,010 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bayside High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bayside High School is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bayside High School rank in NY?

Bayside High School ranks #511 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Bayside High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bayside High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Bayside High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bayside High School has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Bayside High School a charter school?

No, Bayside High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bayside High School a Title I school?

No, Bayside High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bayside High School?

74.4% of students at Bayside High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
70 Very Walkable
Transit Score
65 Good Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
3,010
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
179
Free/Reduced Lunch
74.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
24.7%
4-Year Graduation
99%+

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