Serving 188 students in grades 9-12, High School For Excellence And Innovation ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 188 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Graduation Rate: 65-69% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School For Excellence And Innovation ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
High School For Excellence And Innovation's student population of 188 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
188 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of High School For Excellence And Innovation is 0.11, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)≥50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
94%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
65-69%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are High School For Excellence And Innovation often compared to?
High School For Excellence And Innovationis often viewed alongside schools like Stuyvesant High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School For Excellence And Innovation?
The graduation rate of High School For Excellence And Innovation is 65-69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend High School For Excellence And Innovation?
188 students attend High School For Excellence And Innovation.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of High School For Excellence And Innovation students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High School For Excellence And Innovation?
High School For Excellence And Innovation has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School For Excellence And Innovation offer ?
High School For Excellence And Innovation offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School For Excellence And Innovation part of?
High School For Excellence And Innovation is part of New York City Geographic District # 6 School District.
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