Serving 257 students in grades 9-12, International High School For Health Sciences ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
International High School For Health Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
International High School For Health Sciences's student population of 257 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
257 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of International High School For Health Sciences is 0.38, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-49%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
78%
29%
Black
2%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are International High School For Health Sciences often compared to?
International High School For Health Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Newtown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of International High School For Health Sciences?
The graduation rate of International High School For Health Sciences is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend International High School For Health Sciences?
257 students attend International High School For Health Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of International High School For Health Sciences students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of International High School For Health Sciences?
International High School For Health Sciences has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does International High School For Health Sciences offer ?
International High School For Health Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is International High School For Health Sciences part of?
International High School For Health Sciences is part of New York City Geographic District #24 School District.
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