The High School of Economics and Finance is a public high school in Manhattan, New York City located at 100 Trinity Place in the Financial District. The building was formerly the home of New York University's graduate business school. The school's curriculum incorporates study of corporate business and finance.
Serving 644 students in grades 9-12, High School Of Economics & Finance 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (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 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 644 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School Of Economics & Finance ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
High School Of Economics & Finance's student population of 644 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
644 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1993
School Calendar
School Motto
Building Futures & Options with ESTEEM
School Rankings
High School Of Economics & Finance 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 Of Economics & Finance is 0.65, 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
#2548 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
18%
10%
Hispanic
53%
31%
Black
18%
15%
White
9%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High School Of Economics & Finance's ranking?
High School Of Economics & Finance is ranked #2548 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are High School Of Economics & Finance often compared to?
High School Of Economics & Financeis often viewed alongside schools like University Neighborhood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School Of Economics & Finance?
The graduation rate of High School Of Economics & Finance is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend High School Of Economics & Finance?
644 students attend High School Of Economics & Finance.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of High School Of Economics & Finance students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Asian, 18% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School Of Economics & Finance?
High School Of Economics & Finance has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School Of Economics & Finance offer ?
High School Of Economics & Finance offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School Of Economics & Finance part of?
High School Of Economics & Finance is part of New York City Geographic District # 2.
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