PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #24 school district, located in ELMHURST, NY with about 437 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 41 teachers, PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL, located in Elmhurst, Queens, is a specialized New York City public school designed to serve the unique needs of recent English Language Learners (ELLs). The school focuses on students who have been in the United States for fewer than four years, providing a supportive, culturally responsive environment that bridges the gap between their native cultures and their new academic lives. By fostering an inclusive community where diverse linguistic backgrounds are seen as an asset, the school aims to help students achieve linguistic proficiency while maintaining high academic standards across core subjects.

Beyond academics, the school places a strong emphasis on social-emotional development and post-secondary readiness. The curriculum is rooted in an inquiry-based, interdisciplinary approach that encourages students to think critically about global issues and their own communities. Pan American also partners with various community-based organizations to provide wraparound support, mentorship, and extracurricular opportunities. This holistic model is designed to empower immigrant students, ensuring they possess the language skills, confidence, and critical thinking abilities necessary to succeed in college and the professional workforce.

For more information, contact PAN AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL at (718) 271-3602 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.