Stuyvesant High School is a co-ed, public, college-preparatory, specialized high school in Manhattan, New York City, New York. The school, commonly referred to among its students, faculty and alumni as "Stuy", specializes in developing talent in math, science and technology.
Serving 3,257 students in grades 9-12, Stuyvesant High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 98% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 98% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stuyvesant High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Stuyvesant High School's student population of 3,257 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 157 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
157 teachers
Year Founded
1904
School Rankings
Stuyvesant High School ranks within the top 1% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stuyvesant High School is 0.47, 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
#1 out of 4346 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
71%
10%
Hispanic
4%
30%
Black
2%
16%
White
17%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pegleg Pete
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stuyvesant High School's ranking?
Stuyvesant High School is ranked #1 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 98% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stuyvesant High School?
The graduation rate of Stuyvesant High School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Stuyvesant High School?
3,257 students attend Stuyvesant High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Stuyvesant High School students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stuyvesant High School?
Stuyvesant High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Stuyvesant High School offer ?
Stuyvesant High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stuyvesant High School part of?
Stuyvesant High School is part of New York City Geographic District # 2 School District.
School Reviews
4 2/16/2023
Class of 1957.A great educational experience. Great teachers and great friends were made in my years at Stuy. I am still very active with my Class of ''57 and am very proud of my experiences there. I can't say enough about it and am very pleased with all I have done.
5 9/11/2010
This school is excellent and one of the best in america.
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