Serving 1,536 students in grades 9-12, Grover Cleveland 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 is 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,536 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 92% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grover Cleveland High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Grover Cleveland High School's student population of 1,536 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,536 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Grover Cleveland High School 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 Grover Cleveland High School is 0.44, 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
#959 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
92%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
73%
30%
Black
4%
16%
White
15%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Grover Cleveland High School's ranking?
Grover Cleveland High School is ranked #959 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Grover Cleveland High School?
The graduation rate of Grover Cleveland High School is 77%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Grover Cleveland High School?
1,536 students attend Grover Cleveland High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Grover Cleveland High School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grover Cleveland High School?
Grover Cleveland High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Grover Cleveland High School offer ?
Grover Cleveland High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Grover Cleveland High School part of?
Grover Cleveland High School is part of New York City Geographic District #24 School District.
In what neighborhood is Grover Cleveland High School located?
Grover Cleveland High School is located in the Flushing neighborhood of Ridgewood, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Flushing.
School Reviews
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