Skip to main content

Excellent

#422 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 9% in state

High School for Health Professions & Human Services

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

345 E 15TH ST, New York, NY 10003

Enrollment

1,667

Student-Teacher

15.9:1

Score

8.3

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#422 of 4,742

In New York

#41 of 346

public schools

In district

#28 of 118

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2

Academic performance

9.9 / 10

Excellent

School shortlistprofile + nearby

Shortlisting around High School for Health Professions & Human Services?

Use this profile as one decision point, then compare nearby options, source confidence, and commute fit before picking a neighborhood around it.

Shortlist starter

Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.

High School for Health Professions & Human Services

8.3/10

High School in New York · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Institute for Collaborative Education

8.7/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

PS 226

4.0/10

0.0 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

About High School for Health Professions & Human Services

High School for Health Professions & Human Services is a public high school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. High School for Health Professions & Human Services serves approximately 1,667 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. High School for Health Professions & Human Services has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #422 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for High School for Health Professions & Human Services show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares1.1 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.2
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

31% of students at High School for Health Professions & Human Services 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
View breakdown
Years of Data12
Annual Change+0.88 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.9Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
View breakdown
Math Proficiency94% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency94% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency94% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)39% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+54.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile98th
College Readiness8.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
View breakdown
4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation42.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.1Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
View breakdown
Student-Teacher Ratio15.9:1
Chronic Absenteeism30.6%

High School for Health Professions & Human Services — Students at High School for Health Professions & Human Services score 94% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).

How we calculate scores →

Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

86.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 90.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 93.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 24 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
92%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
94%
2013
Math
37%
ELA
66%
2014
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2015
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2016
Math
96%
ELA
95%
2017
Math
94%
ELA
97%
2018
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2019
Math
98%
ELA
99.5%
2020*
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2021*
Math
94%
ELA
94%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How High School for Health Professions & Human Services Compares

See how High School for Health Professions & Human Services performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
91th percentile in NY
Academic
9.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
4.1/10
Below Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
8
2 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
87%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
105 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
30.6%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
42.1% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
2 boys'·6 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

345 E 15TH ST, New York, NY 10003

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering High School for Health Professions & Human Services may also want to explore other high schools in the area. INSTITUTE FOR COLLABORATIVE EDUCATION (rated 8.7/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is GRAMERCY ARTS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE & ENGLISH SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi
School Distance Rating
INSTITUTE FOR COLLABORATIVE EDUCATION New York 0.0 mi 8.7
PS 226 New York 0.0 mi 4.0
MANHATTAN COMPREHENSIVE NIGHT AND DAY HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 4.8
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION SCHOOL New York 0.1 mi 7.2
FRIENDS SEMINARY New York 0.2 mi 6.7
PS 40 AUGUSTUS SAINT-GAUDENS New York 0.2 mi 8.1
MS 255 SALK SCHOOL OF SCIENCE New York 0.2 mi 8.3
EAST VILLAGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.2 mi 6.5
EAST SIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL New York 0.2 mi 7.1
JHS 104 SIMON BARUCH New York 0.2 mi 7.9
LEARNINGSPRING SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 8.1
GRAMERCY ARTS HIGH SCHOOL New York 0.3 mi 8.0
HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE AND DIPLOMACY (THE) New York 0.3 mi 7.1
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT UNION SQUARE New York 0.3 mi 7.7
UNION SQUARE ACADEMY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES New York 0.3 mi 6.9
ACADEMY FOR SOFTWARE ENGINEERING New York 0.3 mi 6.6
SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL-UNION SQUARE New York 0.3 mi 7.1
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE & ENGLISH SECONDARY SCHOOL New York 0.4 mi 8.0
47 AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE AND ENGLISH LOWER SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.4 mi 8.1
CHILDREN'S WORKSHOP SCHOOL (THE) New York 0.4 mi 6.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 10003 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$153,750

Median Home Value

$1,137,000

Median Rent

$2,772/mo

Population

53,825

College Educated

82.2%

Homeownership

34.7%

Avg Commute

24 min

Poverty Rate

12.7%

Median Age

31.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
BALLSTON SPA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Ballston Spa, NY 8.3
BREWSTER HIGH SCHOOL Brewster, NY 8.3
CLARENCE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Clarence, NY 8.3
COMSEWOGUE HIGH SCHOOL Port Jefferson Station, NY 8.3
NORTH BABYLON HIGH SCHOOL North Babylon, NY 8.3
RUSH-HENRIETTA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Henrietta, NY 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about High School for Health Professions & Human Services

What grades does High School for Health Professions & Human Services serve?

High School for Health Professions & Human Services serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend High School for Health Professions & Human Services?

High School for Health Professions & Human Services has an enrollment of approximately 1,667 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at High School for Health Professions & Human Services?

The student-teacher ratio at High School for Health Professions & Human Services is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does High School for Health Professions & Human Services rank in NY?

High School for Health Professions & Human Services ranks #422 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is High School for Health Professions & Human Services's MySchoolScout rating?

High School for Health Professions & Human Services has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 High School for Health Professions & Human Services?

Based on loaded state assessment records, High School for Health Professions & Human Services has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 94% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is High School for Health Professions & Human Services a charter school?

No, High School for Health Professions & Human Services is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is High School for Health Professions & Human Services a Title I school?

No, High School for Health Professions & Human Services is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for High School for Health Professions & Human Services?

86.5% of students at High School for Health Professions & Human Services qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

11 schools nearby View map →

Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
100 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
97 Biker’s Paradise

Powered by Walk Score

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,667
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
105
Free/Reduced Lunch
86.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
New York County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
30.6%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

How we rate schools

A clear 1–10 score built from public data — growth, academics, and learning environment. No hidden criteria, no pay-to-play.

See how we rate

Related reading

Get school insights in your inbox

New rankings, best-schools lists, and parent guides — delivered free. No spam, unsubscribe anytime.

We respect your privacy. Unsubscribe at any time.