Serving 505 students in grades 9-12, High School For Law & Public Service 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 ≤20% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School For Law & Public Service ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
High School For Law & Public Service's student population of 505 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
505 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Colors
Unspecific
School Motto
Honor and Strength to Lead. Passion to Serve.
School Rankings
High School For Law & Public Service ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High School For Law & Public Service is 0.19, 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
#3214 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
90%
31%
Black
6%
15%
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)72.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High School For Law & Public Service's ranking?
High School For Law & Public Service is ranked #3214 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are High School For Law & Public Service often compared to?
High School For Law & Public Serviceis often viewed alongside schools like High School For Health Careers & Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School For Law & Public Service?
The graduation rate of High School For Law & Public Service is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend High School For Law & Public Service?
505 students attend High School For Law & Public Service.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of High School For Law & Public Service students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School For Law & Public Service?
High School For Law & Public Service has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School For Law & Public Service offer ?
High School For Law & Public Service offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School For Law & Public Service part of?
High School For Law & Public Service is part of New York City Geographic District # 6.
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