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#974 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 21% in state

Queens Metropolitan High School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

91-30 METROPOLITAN AVE, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Enrollment

973

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

7.7

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#974 of 4,742

In Forest Hills

#6 of 10

public schools

In district

#15 of 50

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Queens Metropolitan High School

7.7/10

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

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About Queens Metropolitan High School

Queens Metropolitan High School is a public high school in Forest Hills, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28. Queens Metropolitan High School serves approximately 973 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Queens Metropolitan High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 out of 10 and ranks #974 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Queens Metropolitan High School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.7 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

33% of students at Queens Metropolitan 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 Progress9.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change+2.45 pts/yr
Data Period2013–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.7Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency88% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency94% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency91% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+43.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile95th
College Readiness5.9Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate90%
AP Participation14.7%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Chronic Absenteeism33.1%

Queens Metropolitan High School — Students at Queens Metropolitan High School score 91% 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

62.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 88.3% (multi-year average, 2013-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 93.3% (multi-year average, 2013-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↑ Improving

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

2013
Math
42%
ELA
74%
2014
Math
98%
ELA
98%
2015
Math
97%
ELA
96%
2016
Math
94%
ELA
94%
2017
Math
96%
ELA
96%
2018
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2019
Math
96%
ELA
97%
2020*
Math
88%
ELA
94%
2021*
Math
88%
ELA
94%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Queens Metropolitan High School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.7/10
80th percentile in NY
Academic
9.7/10
Excellent
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.1/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 2.4
Sports
5
1 boys' · 4 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
63%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
70 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
33.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
14.7% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics5sports offered
1 boys'·4 girls'·5 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

91-30 METROPOLITAN AVE, Forest Hills, NY 11375

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Queens Metropolitan High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is PS 273 (rated 8.1/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Richmond Hill), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, PS 144 COL JEROMUS REMSEN (rated 7.7/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Forest Hills, see our Forest Hills schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.2 mi
School Distance Rating
METROPOLITAN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL Forest Hills 0.0 mi 6.1
PS 233 Forest Hills 0.0 mi 4.5
PS/IS 113 ANTHONY J PRANZO Glendale 0.4 mi 6.8
PS 144 COL JEROMUS REMSEN Forest Hills 0.5 mi 7.7
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC ACADEMY Glendale 0.5 mi 6.3
PS 174 WILLIAM SIDNEY MOUNT Rego Park 0.9 mi 7.7
PS 254 ROSA PARKS SCHOOL (THE) Richmond Hill 0.9 mi 4.6
PS 101 SCHOOL IN THE GARDENS Forest Hills 0.8 mi 8.3
PS 66 JACQUELINE KENNEDY-ONASSIS Richmond Hill 0.9 mi 7.4
PS 97 FOREST PARK Woodhaven 1.0 mi 4.3
JHS 190 RUSSELL SAGE Forest Hills 1.0 mi 7.3
FOREST HILLS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Forest Hills 1.1 mi 6.8
PS/IS 87 MIDDLE VILLAGE Middle Village 0.8 mi 7.5
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Woodhaven 1.2 mi 5.8
PS 60 WOODHAVEN Woodhaven 1.2 mi 4.6
ST MARGARET CATHOLIC ACADEMY Middle Village 1.0 mi 5.2
NEW YORK CITY ACADEMY FOR DISCOVERY Woodhaven 1.2 mi 3.8
OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Forest Hills 1.1 mi 6.2
OUR LADY QUEEN OF MARTYRS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Forest Hills 1.1 mi 6.5
PS 273 Richmond Hill 1.2 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11375 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$104,319

Median Home Value

$572,800

Median Rent

$2,126/mo

Population

75,320

College Educated

60.6%

Homeownership

51.8%

Avg Commute

45.2 min

Poverty Rate

7.9%

Median Age

44.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Queens Metropolitan High School

What grades does Queens Metropolitan High School serve?

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

How many students attend Queens Metropolitan High School?

Queens Metropolitan High School has an enrollment of approximately 973 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Queens Metropolitan High School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Queens Metropolitan High School rank in NY?

Queens Metropolitan High School ranks #974 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Queens Metropolitan High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Queens Metropolitan High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.7 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 Metropolitan High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Queens Metropolitan High School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021) and 93% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2013-2021).

Is Queens Metropolitan High School a charter school?

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

Is Queens Metropolitan High School a Title I school?

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

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

62.7% of students at Queens Metropolitan 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
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
66 Good Transit
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
973
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
70
Free/Reduced Lunch
62.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Queens County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
33.1%
4-Year Graduation
90.0%

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