INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE

INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24 school district, located in LONG ISLAND CITY, NY with about 525 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 29 teachers, INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE 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 INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE (IHS) is a specialized public high school located in Long Island City, Queens, designed specifically for English Language Learners (ELLs) who have recently arrived in the United States. As part of the Internationals Network for Public Schools, the institution utilizes a unique, interdisciplinary model that emphasizes project-based learning and collaborative group work. By integrating language acquisition with rigorous academic content, the school provides a supportive environment that allows students to develop English proficiency while simultaneously earning credits toward their Regents diplomas.

A defining feature of the school is its deep integration with LaGuardia Community College. This partnership offers students a distinct advantage by providing access to college facilities, exposure to a higher-education environment, and opportunities for dual-enrollment programs. The school focuses on fostering a multicultural community where students' diverse linguistic and cultural backgrounds are viewed as academic assets. Through this immersive approach, IHS aims to prepare its students—many of whom are immigrant youth—not only for high school graduation but for long-term success in college and professional careers.

For more information, contact INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE at (718) 392-3433 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.