HIGH SCHOOL OF APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS

HIGH SCHOOL OF APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS 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 417 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 25 teachers, HIGH SCHOOL OF APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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 OF APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS (HSAC)**, located in Long Island City, Queens, is a specialized secondary school that focuses on integrating rigorous academics with professional training in the communications and media industries. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for the demands of a modern, technology-driven workforce by emphasizing project-based learning. Students are encouraged to develop skills in areas such as digital media, graphic design, journalism, and public speaking, ensuring they can effectively create, analyze, and communicate complex information.

Beyond its technical focus, HSAC is known for fostering a supportive, small-school environment that prioritizes collaboration and real-world application. By partnering with local businesses and media organizations, the school provides students with opportunities for internships, guest lectures, and hands-on experiences that extend well beyond the traditional classroom setting. This professional approach to education aims to equip graduates not only with a high school diploma but also with a portfolio of work and the critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in higher education or competitive careers in the creative and communications sectors.

For more information, contact HIGH SCHOOL OF APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS at (718) 389-3163 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

30-20 THOMSON AVE
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY 11101
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HIGH SCHOOL OF APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS is a public Title I school in LONG ISLAND CITY, NY with about 417 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
417
Teachers:
25.01
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th Grade

* 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.

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School Demographics for 417 students

Hispanic/Latino
60.2%
White
15.1%
Asian
10.6%
Black or African American
9.4%
Two or more races
3.6%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
1.0%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
55.2%
Male
44.8%

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.