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#1179 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 25% in state

Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

160-20 GOETHALS AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

686

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.5

Grades

6th – 12th

Enrollment

686

Student-Teacher

13.7:1

Score

7.5

Grades

6th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,179 of 4,742

In Jamaica

#11 of 48

public schools

In district

#18 of 50

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

Equity

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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About Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School

Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School is a public high school in Jamaica, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School serves approximately 686 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,179 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district

7.5

This school 7.5 · Very Good
District avg 7.2
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

38% of students at Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary 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 Progress6.6Average25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data14

Annual Change-1.03 pts/yr

Data Period2009–2022

TrendDeclining

Academics8.4Excellent25%

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

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Math Proficiency49.6% (2022 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency81% (2022 EdFacts)

Math vs. State Avg+10 pts

Reading vs. State Avg+18.2 pts

Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+18.4 pts

Adjusted Percentile75th

College Readiness9.2Excellent30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+

AP Participation57%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment4.8Below Average20%

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

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Student-Teacher Ratio13.7:1

Chronic Absenteeism37.5%

Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School — Students at Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School score 65% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 82.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

40.2% (2021 NYSED)

ELA Proficiency 91.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)

School

State

57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 33 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009

Math

99.5%

ELA

99.5%

2010

Math

94%

ELA

89%

2011

Math

95%

ELA

93%

2012

Math

82%

ELA

83%

2013

Math

68%

ELA

82%

2014

Math

87%

ELA

87%

2015

Math

93%

ELA

92%

2016

Math

86%

ELA

93%

2017

Math

90%

ELA

95%

2018

Math

89%

ELA

93%

2019

Math

89%

ELA

93%

2020*

Math

82%

ELA

97.5%

2021*

Math

74.3%

ELA

94.9%

2022

Math

49.7%

ELA

81%

* 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: 6.6/10.

How Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School Compares

See how Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.5/10

75th percentile in NY

Academic

8.4/10

Excellent

Growth

6.6/10

Average

Environment

4.8/10

Below Average

AP Courses

State avg: 2.4

Sports

2 boys' · 1 girls'

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

64%

Teaching Staff

14:1 student-teacher ratio

50 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

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

37.5%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered

57% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics3sports offered

2 boys'·1 girls'·3 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

160-20 GOETHALS AVE, Jamaica, NY 11432

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS (rated 8.5/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, THOMAS A EDISON CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.4 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Jamaica, see our Jamaica schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.7 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ST NICHOLAS-TOLENTINE Jamaica	0.2 mi	278	6.3
ST NICHOLAS OF TOLENTINE SCHOOL Jamaica	0.2 mi	278	5.8
AL-MAMOOR SCHOOL Fresh Meadows	0.3 mi	243	6.1
YESHIVA KETANA OF QUEENS Flushing	0.3 mi	415	6.0
GROWING UP GREEN CHARTER SCHOOL II Jamaica	0.4 mi	775	2.6
QUEENS SCHOOL OF INQUIRY (THE) Flushing	0.4 mi	589	5.4
PS 255 Flushing	0.4 mi	558	6.2
THOMAS A EDISON CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica	0.4 mi	2,197	7.8
SOLOMON SCHECHTER SCHOOL OF QUEENS Flushing	0.5 mi	358	6.8
PS 154 Flushing	0.6 mi	575	6.7
IS 250 ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL (THE) Flushing	0.5 mi	268	4.7
ROBERT F KENNEDY COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Flushing	0.6 mi	564	7.5
QUEENS COLLEGIATE - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL Jamaica	0.5 mi	686	6.3
HILLSIDE ARTS & LETTERS ACADEMY Jamaica	0.5 mi	432	7.8
HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP Jamaica	0.5 mi	495	8.2
JAMAICA GATEWAY TO THE SCIENCES Jamaica	0.5 mi	521	7.0
PS 86 Jamaica	0.6 mi	685	7.0
HILLCREST HIGH SCHOOL Jamaica	0.7 mi	2,333	6.0
JHS 217 ROBERT A VAN WYCK Jamaica	0.6 mi	1,273	5.3
YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS Jamaica	0.7 mi	536	8.5

Neighborhood 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 Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School

What grades does Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School serve?

Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.

How many students attend Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School?

Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School has an enrollment of approximately 686 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School rank in NY?

Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School ranks #1,179 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 92% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School a charter school?

No, Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School a Title I school?

No, Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School?

64.4% of students at Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary 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: 82 Very Walkable
Transit Score: 85 Excellent Transit
Bike Score: 72 Very Bikeable

Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 6th – 12th
Enrollment: 686
Student-Teacher Ratio: 13.7:1
Teachers (FTE): 50
Free/Reduced Lunch: 64.4%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 37.5%
Phone: (718) 969-3155
4-Year Graduation: 95%+

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

District Enrollment: 38,052
Schools in District: 50
District Rank: #18 of 50

Other Schools in This District

QUEENS HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES AT YORK COLLEGE 8.7 PS 196 GRAND CENTRAL PARKWAY 8.6 ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE THROUGH THE ARTS (THE) 8.5 YOUNG WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP SCHOOL-QUEENS 8.5 PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS 8.3

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