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#1867 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 39% in state
William Cullen Bryant High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
48-10 31ST AVE, Long Island City, NY 11103
Enrollment
1,959
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,959
Student-Teacher
13.6:1
Score
6.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,867 of 4,742
In Long Island City
#25 of 38
public schools
In district
#26 of 50
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30
Equity
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About William Cullen Bryant High School
William Cullen Bryant High School is a public high school in Long Island City, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30. William Cullen Bryant High School serves approximately 1,959 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.6:1 student-teacher ratio. William Cullen Bryant High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #1,867 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William Cullen Bryant High School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.8 · Average
- District avg 7.8
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at William Cullen Bryant 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
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William Cullen Bryant High School — Students at William Cullen Bryant High School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.5/10.
How William Cullen Bryant High School Compares
See how William Cullen Bryant High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
48-10 31ST AVE, Long Island City, NY 11103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William Cullen Bryant High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FRANK SINATRA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MONSIGNOR MCCLANCY MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 5.0/10, 0.8 miles away, in nearby East Elmhurst), a more accessible option. For more schools in Long Island City, see our Long Island City schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 151 MARY D CARTER Woodside | 0.1 mi | 6.3 |
| IS 10 HORACE GREELEY Long Island City | 0.2 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 70 Long Island City | 0.3 mi | 6.7 |
| EL BER ISLAMIC SCHOOL Astoria | 0.5 mi | — |
| ACADEMY OF THE CITY CHARTER SCHOOL Woodside | 0.4 mi | 7.0 |
| WOODSIDE COMMUNITY SCHOOL (THE) Flushing | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 152 GWENDOLINE N ALLEYNE SCHOOL Woodside | 0.6 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 11 KATHRYN PHELAN Woodside | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| ST SEBASTIAN CATHOLIC ACADEMY Woodside | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| OUR WORLD NEIGHBORHOOD CHARTER SCHOOL Astoria | 0.7 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 84 STEINWAY Astoria | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| FRANK SINATRA SCHOOL OF THE ARTS HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City | 0.8 mi | 8.2 |
| HECTOR FIGUEROA SCHOOL (THE) Woodside | 0.8 mi | 5.3 |
| ST DEMETRIOS SCHOOL Astoria | 0.8 mi | 7.1 |
| RAZI SCHOOL Woodside | 1.1 mi | 8.6 |
| LES ENFANTS MONTESSORI SCHOOL Astoria | 0.9 mi | — |
| ACADEMY FOR NEW AMERICANS Astoria | 0.9 mi | 3.0 |
| PS 234 Astoria | 0.9 mi | 7.5 |
| MONSIGNOR MCCLANCY MEMORIAL HIGH SCHOOL East Elmhurst | 0.8 mi | 5.0 |
| PS 166 HENRY GRADSTEIN Long Island City | 0.8 mi | 7.7 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$92,787
Median Home Value
$1,003,500
Median Rent
$2,120/mo
Population
35,357
College Educated
52.4%
Homeownership
16.5%
Avg Commute
41.5 min
Poverty Rate
10.3%
Median Age
36.4
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| CENTRAL ISLIP SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Central Islip, NY | 6.8 |
| HEMPSTEAD HIGH SCHOOL Hempstead, NY | 6.8 |
| LIVERPOOL HIGH SCHOOL Liverpool, NY | 6.8 |
| CLARA BARTON HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 6.7 |
| HORACE MANN SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 6.7 |
| NEWTOWN HIGH SCHOOL Elmhurst, NY | 6.7 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William Cullen Bryant High School
What grades does William Cullen Bryant High School serve?
William Cullen Bryant High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend William Cullen Bryant High School?
William Cullen Bryant High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,959 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William Cullen Bryant High School?
The student-teacher ratio at William Cullen Bryant 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 William Cullen Bryant High School rank in NY?
William Cullen Bryant High School ranks #1,867 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William Cullen Bryant High School's MySchoolScout rating?
William Cullen Bryant High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 William Cullen Bryant High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William Cullen Bryant High School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is William Cullen Bryant High School a charter school?
No, William Cullen Bryant High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William Cullen Bryant High School a Title I school?
No, William Cullen Bryant High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William Cullen Bryant High School?
88.2% of students at William Cullen Bryant 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,959
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 144
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.0%
- Phone
- (718) 721-5404
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30- District Enrollment
- 37,414
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #26 of 50
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