Queens Technical High School

Queens Technical High School serves 1,300 students in grades 9-12 in Long Island City's vibrant Queens community. This vocational and technical high school maintains a favorable 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio with 104 full-time equivalent teachers, providing students with more individualized attention than many larger schools. As a specialized technical institution, Queens Technical focuses on preparing students for career pathways through hands-on learning and vocational training programs.

The school currently ranks #2982 out of 4,758 New York high schools, placing it in the 37th percentile statewide, with room for academic growth as the school continues developing its programs. The school draws from a diverse student population in an economically mixed neighborhood where 62% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher. The surrounding Long Island City area has experienced significant growth and development, with a median household income of $109,625, though 13.8% of families still face economic challenges.

Located on 47th Avenue, Queens Technical sits in the heart of Long Island City, a rapidly evolving neighborhood that bridges traditional Queens communities with Manhattan's business districts. This urban setting provides students with access to internships and career opportunities while maintaining the close-knit feel of a specialized technical school focused on preparing graduates for the workforce.