HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS

HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 6 school district, located in NEW YORK, NY with about 404 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 22 teachers, HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS has a student/teacher ratio of about 18:1. 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 HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS, located in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, is a public secondary school that operates with a specialized focus on digital storytelling, journalism, and multimedia production. As part of the campus at the George Washington Educational Campus, the school provides students with a curriculum that blends traditional academic subjects with hands-on experience in video production, graphic design, social media strategy, and broadcast journalism. The school’s mission is centered on preparing students for the modern digital landscape by emphasizing technical literacy, critical thinking, and the ability to effectively communicate in a globalized society.

Beyond its focus on media, the school is known for fostering a collaborative community environment that prioritizes project-based learning. Students are frequently encouraged to apply their classroom knowledge to real-world scenarios, often producing content that reflects their own perspectives and the cultural identity of their local community. By providing access to specialized media labs and industry-standard software, the school aims to bridge the gap between high school education and potential career paths in the communications and creative arts sectors, while still ensuring students meet the requirements for college readiness.

For more information, contact HIGH SCHOOL FOR MEDIA & COMMUNICATIONS at (212) 927-1841 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.