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#682 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 14% in state

Information Technology High School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30

21-16 44TH RD, Long Island City, NY 11101

Enrollment

843

Student-Teacher

14.5:1

Score

8.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#682 of 4,742

In Long Island City

#12 of 38

public schools

In district

#8 of 50

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30

Equity

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Information Technology High School

8.0/10

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

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About Information Technology High School

Information Technology High School is a public high school in Long Island City, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. Information Technology High School serves approximately 843 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 14.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Information Technology High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #682 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Information Technology High School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • NY avg 7.0

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change+0.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics9.1Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency68% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency85% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency77% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)40% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+36.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile86th
College Readiness8.4Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate82%
AP Participation56.2%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.5:1
Chronic Absenteeism29.7%

Information Technology High School — Students at Information Technology High School score 76% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

84.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 81.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 88.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
83%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
91%
2011
Math
88%
ELA
91%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2013
Math
34%
ELA
54%
2014
Math
88%
ELA
93%
2015
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2016
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2017
Math
90%
ELA
94%
2018
Math
88%
ELA
95%
2019
Math
88%
ELA
95%
2020*
Math
68%
ELA
85%
2021*
Math
68%
ELA
85%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Information Technology High School Compares

See how Information Technology High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
86th percentile in NY
Academic
9.1/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
6
4 boys' · 2 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
84%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
58 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
29.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
56.2% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics6sports offered
4 boys'·2 girls'·6 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

21-16 44TH RD, Long Island City, NY 11101

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Information Technology High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE QUEENS (rated 9.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ACADEMY FOR CAREERS IN TELEVISION AND FILM (rated 8.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (rated 8.7/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Long Island City, see our Long Island City schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
QUEEN'S PAIDEIA SCHOOL Long Island City 0.1 mi 6.9
NEWCOMERS HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City 0.5 mi 5.8
GOTHAM TECH HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City 0.5 mi
ACADEMY OF FINANCE AND ENTERPRISE Long Island City 0.6 mi 8.0
HIGH SCHOOL OF APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS Long Island City 0.6 mi 8.0
BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE QUEENS Long Island City 0.6 mi 9.2
ACADEMY OF AMERICAN STUDIES Long Island City 0.6 mi 7.9
GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL Long Island City 0.7 mi 6.8
ROBERT F WAGNER JR SECONDARY SCHOOL FOR ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY Long Island City 0.7 mi 7.3
PS/IS 78 Long Island City 0.6 mi 7.9
PS 111 JACOB BLACKWELL Long Island City 0.8 mi 4.3
PS 76 WILLIAM HALLET Long Island City 0.9 mi 4.7
VOICE CHARTER SCHOOL OF NEW YORK Long Island City 0.9 mi 5.7
ACADEMY FOR CAREERS IN TELEVISION AND FILM Long Island City 0.8 mi 8.8
HUNTERS POINT COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Long Island City 0.8 mi 8.3
MIDDLE COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE Long Island City 0.8 mi 8.7
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE Long Island City 0.8 mi 7.1
THE CHILD SCHOOL - LEGACY HIGH SCHOOL Roosevelt Island 1.0 mi 7.2
PS/IS 217 ROOSEVELT ISLAND Roosevelt Island 1.1 mi 8.1
PS 112 DUTCH KILLS Long Island City 0.9 mi 6.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11101 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,807

Median Home Value

$995,500

Median Rent

$2,740/mo

Population

39,007

College Educated

65.4%

Homeownership

16%

Avg Commute

33.3 min

Poverty Rate

13.7%

Median Age

33.4

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School Rating
ACADEMY OF FINANCE AND ENTERPRISE Long Island City, NY 8.0
AVERILL PARK HIGH SCHOOL Averill Park, NY 8.0
BABYLON JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Babylon, NY 8.0
CIVIC LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Elmhurst, NY 8.0
CSI HIGH SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES Staten Island, NY 8.0
GRAMERCY ARTS HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Information Technology High School

What grades does Information Technology High School serve?

Information Technology High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Information Technology High School?

Information Technology High School has an enrollment of approximately 843 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Information Technology High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Information Technology High School is 14.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Information Technology High School rank in NY?

Information Technology High School ranks #682 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Information Technology High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Information Technology High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Information Technology High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Information Technology High School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Information Technology High School a charter school?

No, Information Technology High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Information Technology High School a Title I school?

No, Information Technology High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Information Technology High School?

84.1% of students at Information Technology 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
98 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score
82 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
843
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
58
Free/Reduced Lunch
84.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
29.7%
4-Year Graduation
82.0%

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