Serving 671 students in grades 9-12, High School Of Economics & Finance ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School Of Economics & Finance ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
High School Of Economics & Finance's student population of 671 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
School Rankings
High School Of Economics & Finance ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High School Of Economics & Finance is 0.66, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#977 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
51%
30%
Black
19%
16%
White
8%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 is High School Of Economics & Finance's ranking?
High School Of Economics & Finance is ranked #977 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are High School Of Economics & Finance often compared to?
High School Of Economics & Financeis often viewed alongside schools like University Neighborhood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School Of Economics & Finance?
The graduation rate of High School Of Economics & Finance is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend High School Of Economics & Finance?
671 students attend High School Of Economics & Finance.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of High School Of Economics & Finance students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of High School Of Economics & Finance?
High School Of Economics & Finance has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School Of Economics & Finance offer ?
High School Of Economics & Finance offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School Of Economics & Finance part of?
High School Of Economics & Finance is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
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