Serving 441 students in grades 9-12, Queens High School For Language Studies ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 441 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Queens High School For Language Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Queens High School For Language Studies's student population of 441 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
441 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Queens High School For Language Studies ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Queens High School For Language Studies is 0.45, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1974 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Asian
70%
10%
Hispanic
25%
31%
Black
2%
15%
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Red Devils
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Queens High School For Language Studies's ranking?
Queens High School For Language Studies is ranked #1974 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Queens High School For Language Studies often compared to?
Queens High School For Language Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Veritas Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Queens High School For Language Studies?
The graduation rate of Queens High School For Language Studies is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Queens High School For Language Studies?
441 students attend Queens High School For Language Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Queens High School For Language Studies students are Asian, 25% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Queens High School For Language Studies?
Queens High School For Language Studies has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Queens High School For Language Studies offer ?
Queens High School For Language Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Queens High School For Language Studies part of?
Queens High School For Language Studies is part of New York City Geographic District #25.
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