MANHATTAN/HUNTER SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL
MANHATTAN/HUNTER SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL is a public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 441 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. With about 25 teachers, MANHATTAN/HUNTER SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
MANHATTAN/HUNTER SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL, located on Amsterdam Avenue in New York City, is a selective, high-performing public high school that operates through a unique partnership with Hunter College. This collaboration allows students to engage in a rigorous academic curriculum that goes beyond standard high school requirements, often providing opportunities for dual-enrollment college coursework. The school is known for its strong emphasis on STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) education, fostering an environment that prepares students for the demands of competitive university programs.
In addition to its academic intensity, Manhattan/Hunter Science is recognized for its diverse and supportive community, which encourages intellectual curiosity and critical thinking. Because of its affiliation with Hunter College, students benefit from a campus-like atmosphere and access to advanced resources that are rarely found in traditional high schools. The school serves as a bridge for motivated students, aiming to develop well-rounded scholars who are ready to excel in higher education and navigate complex global challenges.
For more information, contact MANHATTAN/HUNTER SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL at (212) 501-1235 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
NEW YORK, NY 10023
(212) 501-1235
MANHATTAN/HUNTER SCIENCE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in NEW YORK, NY with about 441 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3
- Total Students:
- 441
- Teachers:
- 25
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 441 students
- Hispanic/Latino
- 33.1%
- Asian
- 26.8%
- White
- 18.8%
- Black or African American
- 15.9%
- Two or more races
- 3.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 1.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 56.7%
- Male
- 43.3%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.