Very Good
#875 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 18% in state
Francis Lewis High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
58-20 UTOPIA PKY, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
Enrollment
4,406
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
4,406
Student-Teacher
17.8:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#875 of 4,742
In district
#16 of 34
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26
Academic performance
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Francis Lewis High School
Francis Lewis High School is a public high school in Fresh Meadows, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26. Francis Lewis High School serves approximately 4,406 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 17.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Francis Lewis High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #875 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Francis Lewis High School show 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.7
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
Francis Lewis High School is a large school: 4,406 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
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Francis Lewis High School — Students at Francis Lewis High School score 94% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
71.4%
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: 9.1/10.
How Francis Lewis High School Compares
See how Francis Lewis 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
58-20 UTOPIA PKY, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Francis Lewis High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PHYLLIS L SUSSER SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN I (rated 8.1/10, 0.9 miles away, in nearby Flushing), with a very similar rating. Another option is JHS 216 GEORGE J RYAN (rated 7.9/10, 0.2 miles away, in nearby Flushing), with a very similar rating. Additionally, PS 163 FLUSHING HEIGHTS (rated 7.9/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby Flushing), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Fresh Meadows, see our Fresh Meadows schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JHS 216 GEORGE J RYAN Flushing | 0.2 mi | 7.9 |
| JEWISH INSTITUTE OF QUEENS-BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Fresh Meadows | 0.3 mi | 7.1 |
| PS 173 FRESH MEADOWS Flushing | 0.5 mi | 7.2 |
| PS 177 Flushing | 0.4 mi | 7.1 |
| HOLY FAMILY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Fresh Meadows | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| PHYLLIS L SUSSER SCHOOL FOR EXCEPTIONAL CHILDREN I Flushing | 0.9 mi | 8.1 |
| PS Q4 Flushing | 0.8 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 163 FLUSHING HEIGHTS Flushing | 0.8 mi | 7.9 |
| PS/MS 200 MAGNET SCHOOL-GLOBAL STUDI Flushing | 0.9 mi | 7.4 |
| ST KEVIN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Flushing | 1.0 mi | 6.1 |
| SUMMIT SCHOOL Fresh Meadows | 1.0 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 26 RUFUS KING Flushing | 0.9 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 107 THOMAS A DOOLEY Flushing | 1.1 mi | 6.0 |
| ST FRANCIS PREP Fresh Meadows | 0.9 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 162 JOHN GOLDEN Bayside | 1.0 mi | 6.7 |
| WILLIAM SPYROPOULOS GREEK-AMERICAN DAY SCHOOL Flushing | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| PS 154 Flushing | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| PS 201 DISCOVERY SCHOOL FOR INQUIRY AND RESEARCH (THE) Flushing | 1.1 mi | 6.5 |
| PS 130 Bayside | 1.4 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 255 Flushing | 1.4 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11365 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,375
Median Home Value
$911,800
Median Rent
$1,869/mo
Population
43,258
College Educated
38.8%
Homeownership
48.1%
Avg Commute
41.1 min
Poverty Rate
9.5%
Median Age
44
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TOTTENVILLE HIGH SCHOOL Staten Island, NY | 7.8 |
| BENJAMIN N CARDOZO HIGH SCHOOL Bayside, NY | 7.7 |
| 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 |
| FOREST HILLS HIGH SCHOOL Forest Hills, NY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Francis Lewis High School
What grades does Francis Lewis High School serve?
Francis Lewis High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Francis Lewis High School?
Francis Lewis High School has an enrollment of approximately 4,406 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Francis Lewis High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Francis Lewis High School is 17.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Francis Lewis High School rank in NY?
Francis Lewis High School ranks #875 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Francis Lewis High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Francis Lewis High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Francis Lewis High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Francis Lewis High School has 96% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Francis Lewis High School a charter school?
No, Francis Lewis High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Francis Lewis High School a Title I school?
No, Francis Lewis High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Francis Lewis High School?
71.4% of students at Francis Lewis 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 4,406
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 17.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 248
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 71.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.3%
- Phone
- (718) 281-8200
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26- District Enrollment
- 29,442
- Schools in District
- 34
- District Rank
- #16 of 34
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