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#3839 of 4,742 schools in NY

Queens Academy High School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25

138-11 35TH AVE, Flushing, NY 11354

Enrollment

358

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

4.6

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#3,839 of 4,742

In Flushing

#45 of 45

public schools

In district

#46 of 46

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25

Equity

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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4.6/10

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About Queens Academy High School

Queens Academy High School is a public high school in Flushing, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25. Queens Academy High School serves approximately 358 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Queens Academy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,839 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Queens Academy High School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

How it compares2.1 pts below district
  • This school 4.6 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.7
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

80% of students at Queens Academy 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 Progress7.0Very Good25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.85 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendStable
Academics8.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency64.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency61% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+24.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile74th
College Readiness1.4Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate17%
AP Participation7.3%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment2.0Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Chronic Absenteeism79.9%

Queens Academy High School — Students at Queens Academy High School score 61% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 65.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.0% (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
67%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
7.5%
ELA
27%
2014
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
74.5%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
64.5%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
64.5%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Queens Academy High School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.6/10
19th percentile in NY
Academic
8.3/10
Excellent
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Advanced STEM
4/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
96%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
79.9%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
7.3% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·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

138-11 35TH AVE, Flushing, NY 11354

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Queens Academy High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES (rated 7.0/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is FLUSHING INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, FLUSHING HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Flushing, see our Flushing schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
FLUSHING HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.1 mi 6.9
VERITAS ACADEMY Flushing 0.1 mi 6.3
QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR LANGUAGE STUDIES Flushing 0.1 mi 7.0
PS 214 CADWALLADER COLDEN Flushing 0.3 mi 7.7
THE WINDSOR SCHOOL Flushing 0.3 mi 6.0
PS 242 LEONARD P STAVISKY EARLY CHILDHOOD SCHOOL Flushing 0.3 mi 8.3
PS 20 JOHN BOWNE Flushing 0.6 mi 6.5
SHIELD INSTITUTE OF FLUSHING Flushing 0.5 mi 6.7
JHS 189 DANIEL CARTER BEARD Flushing 0.6 mi 7.9
FLUSHING INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 0.6 mi 7.0
PROMISE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Flushing 0.6 mi 6.2
ACTIVE LEARNING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing 0.8 mi 7.9
THE LEARNING TREE STEM-ARTS SCHOOL Flushing 0.6 mi 5.9
THE LOWELL SCHOOL Whitestone 0.8 mi 7.6
PS 21 EDWARD HART Flushing 0.8 mi 6.5
JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing 0.8 mi 8.1
FLUSHING CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Flushing 0.9 mi 7.5
MUSLIM CENTER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL Flushing 1.1 mi 5.1
PS 24 ANDREW JACKSON Flushing 1.1 mi 8.3
IS 237 Flushing 1.2 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11354 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$62,833

Median Home Value

$521,000

Median Rent

$1,766/mo

Population

52,325

College Educated

32.9%

Homeownership

40.6%

Avg Commute

39.8 min

Poverty Rate

18.1%

Median Age

48.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Queens Academy High School

What grades does Queens Academy High School serve?

Queens Academy High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Queens Academy High School?

Queens Academy High School has an enrollment of approximately 358 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Queens Academy High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Queens Academy High School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Queens Academy High School rank in NY?

Queens Academy High School ranks #3,839 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Queens Academy High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Queens Academy High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Queens Academy High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Queens Academy High School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).

Is Queens Academy High School a charter school?

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

Is Queens Academy High School a Title I school?

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

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

95.8% of students at Queens Academy 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
63 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
358
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
95.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
79.9%
4-Year Graduation
17.0%

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