Very Good
#779 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 16% in state
Long Island City High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
14-30 BROADWAY, Long Island City, NY 11106
Enrollment
1,860
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,860
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#779 of 4,742
In Long Island City
#13 of 38
public schools
In district
#9 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Long Island City High School
Long Island City High School is a public high school in Long Island City, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. Long Island City High School serves approximately 1,860 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Long Island City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #779 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Long Island City High School show 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Long Island City High School 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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Long Island City High School — Students at Long Island City High School score 86% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.9%
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: 9.3/10.
How Long Island City High School Compares
See how Long Island City 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
14-30 BROADWAY, Long Island City, NY 11106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Long Island City High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ENERGY TECH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is YOUNG WOMENS LEADERSHIP SCHOOL - ASTORIA (rated 8.4/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, FRANK SINATRA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Long Island City, see our Long Island City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 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
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| ACADEMY OF AMERICAN STUDIES Long Island City, NY | 7.9 |
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| ELMONT MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL Elmont, NY | 7.9 |
| FREEPORT HIGH SCHOOL Freeport, NY | 7.9 |
| FRONTIER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hamburg, NY | 7.9 |
| NEWFIELD HIGH SCHOOL Selden, NY | 7.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Long Island City High School
What grades does Long Island City High School serve?
Long Island City High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Long Island City High School?
Long Island City High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,860 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Long Island City High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Long Island City High School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Long Island City High School rank in NY?
Long Island City High School ranks #779 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Long Island City High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Long Island City High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Long Island City High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Long Island City High School has 82% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Long Island City High School a charter school?
No, Long Island City High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Long Island City High School a Title I school?
No, Long Island City High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Long Island City High School?
85.9% of students at Long Island City 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
- 1,860
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 159
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.9%
- Phone
- (718) 545-7095
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #9 of 50
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