MAXINE GREENE HIGH SCHOOL FOR IMAGINATIVE INQUIRY (THE)

MAXINE GREENE HIGH SCHOOL FOR IMAGINATIVE INQUIRY (THE) is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 3 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 361 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, MAXINE GREENE HIGH SCHOOL FOR IMAGINATIVE INQUIRY (THE) has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

The Maxine Greene High School for Imaginative Inquiry, located near Lincoln Center in Manhattan, is a unique public school grounded in the educational philosophy of its namesake, the late philosopher and arts advocate Maxine Greene. The school places a profound emphasis on "aesthetic education," meaning it integrates the arts and humanities into every aspect of the curriculum to encourage students to view the world through multiple perspectives. By prioritizing inquiry-based learning, the school aims to cultivate critical thinking, social responsibility, and the imagination, challenging students to look beyond rote memorization to engage deeply with complex social and cultural issues.

Academically, the school leverages its prime location by fostering partnerships with neighboring cultural institutions, including Lincoln Center, to provide students with hands-on, immersive learning experiences. The school environment is intentionally designed to be inclusive and reflective, encouraging students to define their own identities and participate actively in a democratic community. Because of its focus on creative exploration and personal expression, Maxine Greene High School is often seen as an ideal setting for students who thrive in interdisciplinary environments and are interested in the intersection of the arts, social justice, and civic engagement.

For more information, contact MAXINE GREENE HIGH SCHOOL FOR IMAGINATIVE INQUIRY (THE) at (212) 799-4064 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.