BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE QUEENS

BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE QUEENS is a public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24 school district, located in LONG ISLAND CITY, NY with about 622 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 36 teachers, BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE QUEENS 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.

Bard High School Early College (BHSEC) Queens is a unique public school partnership between the New York City Department of Education and Bard College. Designed to bridge the gap between high school and university, the institution allows students to complete a rigorous four-year academic program that culminates in an Associate in Arts (A.A.) degree from Bard College, alongside their New York State high school diploma. Because the degree is earned tuition-free, the school is highly regarded for providing an accelerated, cost-effective path to higher education for students from diverse backgrounds across the borough.

Academically, the school follows a liberal arts curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking, writing, and seminar-style discussion. During the first two years, students focus on foundational high school coursework, while the final two years transition into a college-level curriculum taught by professors who hold advanced degrees in their fields. Located in Long Island City, the school creates a collegiate atmosphere that prepares students for the autonomy and intellectual demands of university life, consistently producing graduates who are well-positioned for competitive four-year colleges and universities.

For more information, contact BARD HIGH SCHOOL EARLY COLLEGE QUEENS at (718) 361-3133 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.