Excellent

#676 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 14% in state

Maspeth High School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24

54-40 74TH ST, Elmhurst, NY 11373

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

1,023

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

1,023

Student-Teacher

13.6:1

Score

8.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#676 of 4,742

In Elmhurst

#3 of 16

public schools

In district

#11 of 56

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24

Academic performance

10.0 / 10

Excellent

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About Maspeth High School

Maspeth High School is a public high school in Elmhurst, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24. Maspeth High School serves approximately 1,023 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Maspeth High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #676 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Maspeth High School show 100% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 99% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts above district

8.0

This school 8.0 · Excellent
District avg 7.5
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Maspeth 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics

Student Progress8.2Excellent25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data8

Annual Change-0.19 pts/yr

Data Period2014–2021

TrendStable

Academics10.0Excellent25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency99.5% (2021 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency96% (2021 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency98% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+54.3 pts

Adjusted Percentile100th

College Readiness8.5Excellent30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate98%

AP Participation37.3%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.6:1

Chronic Absenteeism41.3%

Maspeth High School — Students at Maspeth High School score 98% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

74.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 99.5% (multi-year average, 2014-2021)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 98.6% (multi-year average, 2014-2021)

School

State

N/A

Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2014

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2015

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2016

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2017

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2018

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2019

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2020*

Math

99.5%

ELA

96%

2021*

Math

99.5%

ELA

96%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Maspeth High School Compares

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

Overall Score

8.0/10

86th percentile in NY

Academic

10.0/10

Excellent

Growth

8.2/10

Excellent

Environment

4.5/10

Below Average

AP Courses

State avg: 2.4

Sports

1 boys' · 7 girls'

Advanced STEM

4/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

75%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

75 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

41.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered

37.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics8sports offered

1 boys'·7 girls'·11 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22

Advanced STEM Courses4 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

54-40 74TH ST, Elmhurst, NY 11373

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Maspeth High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. TIEGERMAN SCHOOL AT WOODSIDE (rated 8.3/10, 0.7 miles away, in nearby Woodside), which scores slightly higher. Another option is CENTRAL QUEENS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 128 LORRAINE TUZZO-JUNIPER VALLEY (rated 7.4/10, 1.0 miles away, in nearby Middle Village), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Elmhurst, see our Elmhurst schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS 58 SCHOOL OF HEROES (THE) Maspeth	0.1 mi	776	6.4
ST ADALBERT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Elmhurst	0.3 mi	194	5.9
IS 73 FRANK SANSIVIERI INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (THE) Maspeth	0.3 mi	1,649	6.9
OUR LADY OF HOPE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Middle Village	0.6 mi	492	4.2
IS 5 WALTER CROWLEY INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL (THE) Elmhurst	0.6 mi	1,297	6.9
ELM COMMUNITY CHARTER SCHOOL Elmhurst	0.6 mi	442	6.0
PS 102 BAYVIEW Elmhurst	0.6 mi	1,146	7.3
PS 229 EMANUEL KAPLAN Woodside	0.6 mi	1,083	6.9
TIEGERMAN SCHOOL AT WOODSIDE Woodside	0.7 mi	64	8.3
PS 7 LOUIS F SIMEONE Elmhurst	0.8 mi	1,198	6.6
FORTE PREPARATORY ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Elmhurst	0.8 mi	443	7.2
RENAISSANCE CHARTER SCHOOL 2 (THE) Elmhurst	0.9 mi	587	5.4
PS 128 LORRAINE TUZZO-JUNIPER VALLEY Middle Village	1.0 mi	624	7.4
PS 12 JAMES B COLGATE Woodside	1.0 mi	841	6.8
CENTRAL QUEENS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Elmhurst	0.8 mi	804	8.3
JACKSON HEIGHTS SCHOOL SDA Woodside	1.0 mi	35	5.4
ABC PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN CENTER Woodside	0.9 mi	8	—
PS 49 DOROTHY BONAWIT KOLE Middle Village	0.9 mi	1,218	6.9
RESURRECTION ASCENSION CATHOLIC ACADEMY Rego Park	0.8 mi	223	6.1
JEWISH INSTITUTE OF QUEENS-ELEMENTARY Elmhurst	0.9 mi	455	4.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11373 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$71,470

Median Home Value

$683,200

Median Rent

$1,913/mo

Population

99,433

College Educated

29.6%

Homeownership

27.7%

Avg Commute

42.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.8%

Median Age

38.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Maspeth High School

What grades does Maspeth High School serve?

Maspeth High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Maspeth High School?

Maspeth High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,023 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Maspeth High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Maspeth High School is 13.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Maspeth High School rank in NY?

Maspeth High School ranks #676 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Maspeth High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Maspeth 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 Maspeth High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Maspeth High School has 100% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 99% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021).

Is Maspeth High School a charter school?

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

Is Maspeth High School a Title I school?

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

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

74.6% of students at Maspeth 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

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Transit Score: 84 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 55 Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 1,023
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.6:1
Teachers (FTE): 75
Free/Reduced Lunch: 74.6%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 41.3%
Phone: (718) 803-7100
4-Year Graduation: 98.0%

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24

District Enrollment: 50,843
Schools in District: 57
District Rank: #11 of 56

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