Very Good
#879 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 19% in state
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
167-01 GOTHIC DR, Jamaica, NY 11432
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
432
Student-Teacher
14.4:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#879 of 4,742
In Jamaica
#8 of 48
public schools
In district
#11 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28
Academic growth
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Hillside Arts & Letters Academy
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy is a public high school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Hillside Arts & Letters Academy serves approximately 432 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Hillside Arts & Letters Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #879 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Hillside Arts & Letters Academy show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Hillside Arts & Letters Academy 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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Hillside Arts & Letters Academy — Students at Hillside Arts & Letters Academy score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
72.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 18 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↑ ImprovingAverage 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: 9.9/10.
How Hillside Arts & Letters Academy Compares
See how Hillside Arts & Letters Academy 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
167-01 GOTHIC DR, Jamaica, NY 11432
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Hillside Arts & Letters Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS (rated 8.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP (rated 8.2/10), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THOMAS A EDISON CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11432 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$75,395
Median Home Value
$826,100
Median Rent
$1,841/mo
Population
63,730
College Educated
35.7%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
43.5 min
Poverty Rate
15.2%
Median Age
39.6
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Hillside Arts & Letters Academy
What grades does Hillside Arts & Letters Academy serve?
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Hillside Arts & Letters Academy?
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy has an enrollment of approximately 432 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Hillside Arts & Letters Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Hillside Arts & Letters Academy is 14.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Hillside Arts & Letters Academy rank in NY?
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy ranks #879 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Hillside Arts & Letters Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Hillside Arts & Letters Academy 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 Hillside Arts & Letters Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Hillside Arts & Letters Academy has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).
Is Hillside Arts & Letters Academy a charter school?
No, Hillside Arts & Letters Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Hillside Arts & Letters Academy a Title I school?
No, Hillside Arts & Letters Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Hillside Arts & Letters Academy?
72.9% of students at Hillside Arts & Letters Academy 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
- 432
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 72.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.8%
- Phone
- (718) 658-1249
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28- District Enrollment
- 38,052
- Schools in District
- 50
- District Rank
- #11 of 50
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