Serving 495 students in grades 9-12, Energy Tech High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 495 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Energy Tech High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Energy Tech High School's student population of 495 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
495 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Energy Tech High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Energy Tech High School is 0.57, 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
#1454 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1

American Indian
1%
1%

Asian
17%
10%

Hispanic
62%
30%

Black
7%
16%

White
12%
40%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%

All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Energy Tech High School's ranking?
Energy Tech High School is ranked #1454 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Energy Tech High School?
The graduation rate of Energy Tech High School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Energy Tech High School?
495 students attend Energy Tech High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Energy Tech High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Energy Tech High School?
Energy Tech High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Energy Tech High School offer ?
Energy Tech High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Energy Tech High School part of?
Energy Tech High School is part of New York City Geographic District #30 School District.
In what neighborhood is Energy Tech High School located?
Energy Tech High School is located in the Long Island City neighborhood of Astoria, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Long Island City.
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