Excellent
#122 of 4,739 schools in NY
Top 3% in state
Energy Tech High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
36-41 28TH ST, Long Island City, NY 11106
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
495
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
8.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
How this school compares
In Long Island City
#1 of 38
public schools
New York high schools
#25 of 1,160
In district
#2 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Exceptional
About Energy Tech High School
Energy Tech High School is a public high school in Long Island City, NY, part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. The school serves approximately 495 students in grades 9th – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 11.8:1. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 8.8/10, placing it in the 97.4th percentile among NY schools — an above average rating overall.
Students demonstrate 92% proficiency in math and 98% in reading/language arts. The school scores particularly well in school environment (8.6/10). Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $85,573, where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a large city setting.
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Score Breakdown
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Energy Tech High School — Students at Energy Tech High School score 95% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 48%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
80.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 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: 7.1/10.
How Energy Tech High School Compares
See how Energy Tech High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
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Performance Trends
Math proficiency has remained stable from 92% (2019) to 92% (2021). Reading/ELA proficiency has remained stable from 97.5% (2019) to 97.5% (2021).
Location
36-41 28TH ST, Long Island City, NY 11106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Energy Tech High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (rated 8.2/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. Another option is LONG ISLAND CITY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE QUEENS (rated 7.9/10, 0.9 miles away), with a comparable rating. 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 11106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,573
Median Home Value
$639,200
Median Rent
$2,032/mo
Population
40,657
College Educated
52.3%
Homeownership
17.2%
Avg Commute
37.5 min
Poverty Rate
14.7%
Median Age
36.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Energy Tech High School has a median household income of $85,573. It is a well-educated community where 52% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $639,200, with a median rent of $2,032/month. The area has a poverty rate of 14.7%. The average commute in the area is 38 minutes, which is above the national average. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Energy Tech High School
What grades does Energy Tech High School serve?
Energy Tech High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Energy Tech High School?
Energy Tech High School has an enrollment of approximately 495 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Energy Tech High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Energy Tech High School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Energy Tech High School rank in NY?
Energy Tech High School is ranked #122 out of 4,739 schools in NY.
What is Energy Tech High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Energy Tech High School has a composite rating of 8.8 out of 10 on MySchoolScout. This score combines academic performance, student growth, and school environment into a single score. Equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Energy Tech High School?
Based on the most recent state assessment data, Energy Tech High School has 92.0% math proficiency and 97.5% reading/ELA proficiency.
Is Energy Tech High School a charter school?
No, Energy Tech High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Energy Tech High School a Title I school?
No, Energy Tech High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Energy Tech High School?
80.6% of students at Energy Tech 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
- 495
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 42
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 80.6%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Phone
- (718) 472-0536
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #2 of 50
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