Very Good
#970 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 20% in state
Benjamin N Cardozo High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
57-00 223RD ST, Bayside, NY 11364
Enrollment
2,997
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
2,997
Student-Teacher
16.3:1
Score
7.7
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#970 of 4,742
In Bayside
#12 of 16
public schools
In district
#18 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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Benjamin N Cardozo High School
High School in Bayside · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Benjamin N Cardozo High School
Benjamin N Cardozo High School is a public high school in Bayside, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. Benjamin N Cardozo High School serves approximately 2,997 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 16.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Benjamin N Cardozo High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #970 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Benjamin N Cardozo High School show 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.7 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Benjamin N Cardozo High School is a large school: 2,997 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.
38% of students at Benjamin N Cardozo High School 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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Benjamin N Cardozo High School — Students at Benjamin N Cardozo High School score 92% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.4%
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: 9.2/10.
How Benjamin N Cardozo High School Compares
See how Benjamin N Cardozo High School 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
57-00 223RD ST, Bayside, NY 11364
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Benjamin N Cardozo High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MS 158 MARIE CURIE (rated 8.4/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS (rated 8.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 41 CROCHERON (rated 8.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Bayside, see our Bayside schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 203 OAKLAND GARDENS Bayside | 0.2 mi | 8.3 |
| PS 46 ALLEY POND Bayside | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| CIVIC SCHOOL OF BAYSIDE HILLS (THE) Bayside | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 213 CARL ULLMAN SCHOOL (THE) Bayside | 0.6 mi | 6.1 |
| HOLY MARTYRS ARMENIAN DAY SCHOOL Oakland Gardens | 0.7 mi | 6.3 |
| JHS 74 NATHANIEL HAWTHORNE Bayside | 0.7 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 31 BAYSIDE Bayside | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| PS 205 ALEXANDER GRAHAM BELL Bayside | 1.0 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 376 Flushing | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 188 KINGSBURY Flushing | 1.1 mi | 8.0 |
| MS 158 MARIE CURIE Bayside | 0.9 mi | 8.4 |
| PS 98 DOUGLASTON SCHOOL (THE) Douglaston | 1.2 mi | 7.9 |
| SACRED HEART SCHOOL Bayside | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| YESHIVA PRIMARY & JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Oakland Gardens | 1.3 mi | 6.3 |
| PS 162 JOHN GOLDEN Bayside | 1.1 mi | 6.7 |
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Douglaston | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| DIVINE WISDOM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Bayside | 1.2 mi | 6.3 |
| ST FRANCIS PREP Fresh Meadows | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| LUTHERAN SCHOOL OF FLUSHING & BAYSIDE Bayside | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 41 CROCHERON Bayside | 1.4 mi | 8.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11364 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$101,222
Median Home Value
$770,100
Median Rent
$2,330/mo
Population
36,417
College Educated
48.7%
Homeownership
70.6%
Avg Commute
43.9 min
Poverty Rate
7%
Median Age
46.3
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|---|---|
| LONGWOOD HIGH SCHOOL Middle Island, NY | 7.7 |
| SHENENDEHOWA HIGH SCHOOL Clifton Park, NY | 7.7 |
| SUSAN E WAGNER HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island, NY | 7.7 |
| ARLINGTON HIGH SCHOOL Lagrangeville, NY | 7.8 |
| JOHN ADAMS HIGH SCHOOL Ozone Park, NY | 7.8 |
| THOMAS A EDISON CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica, NY | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Benjamin N Cardozo High School
What grades does Benjamin N Cardozo High School serve?
Benjamin N Cardozo High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Benjamin N Cardozo High School?
Benjamin N Cardozo High School has an enrollment of approximately 2,997 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Benjamin N Cardozo High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Benjamin N Cardozo High School is 16.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Benjamin N Cardozo High School rank in NY?
Benjamin N Cardozo High School ranks #970 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Benjamin N Cardozo High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Benjamin N Cardozo High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Benjamin N Cardozo High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Benjamin N Cardozo High School has 92% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Benjamin N Cardozo High School a charter school?
No, Benjamin N Cardozo High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Benjamin N Cardozo High School a Title I school?
No, Benjamin N Cardozo High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Benjamin N Cardozo High School?
72.4% of students at Benjamin N Cardozo 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 2,997
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 16.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 184
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.8%
- Phone
- (718) 279-6500
- 4-Year Graduation
- 93.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #18 of 34
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