Serving 331 students in grades 9-12, Multicultural High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (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.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Multicultural High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Multicultural High School's student population of 331 students has grown by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Multicultural High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Multicultural High School is 0.11, 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
#3137 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%

Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1

American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
94%
30%

Black
n/a
16%

White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
3%
All Ethnic Groups



Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%

Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Multicultural High School's ranking?
Multicultural High School is ranked #3137 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Multicultural High School?
The graduation rate of Multicultural High School is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Multicultural High School?
331 students attend Multicultural High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Multicultural High School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Multicultural High School?
Multicultural High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Multicultural High School offer ?
Multicultural High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Multicultural High School part of?
Multicultural High School is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
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