Serving 318 students in grades 9-12, New Explorers High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math was 70-79% (which was higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts was 70-79% (which was higher than the New York state average of 52%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 was lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
School Overview
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Rankings
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)70-79%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(17-18)70-79%
52%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
71%
30%
Black
28%
15%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(17-18)50-54%
82%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District # 7
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Explorers High School?
The graduation rate of New Explorers High School is 50-54%, which is lower than the New York state average of 82%.
How many students attend New Explorers High School?
318 students attend New Explorers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of New Explorers High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Explorers High School?
New Explorers High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Explorers High School offer ?
New Explorers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Explorers High School part of?
New Explorers High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 7.
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