YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY

YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #28 school district, located in JAMAICA, NY with about 641 students offering grade levels from 6th 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 31 teachers, YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY has a student/teacher ratio of about 20:1. 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.

YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY (YECA), located in Jamaica, Queens, is a specialized secondary school operated in partnership with the City University of New York (CUNY) York College. Serving students in grades 6 through 12, the school is designed to bridge the gap between middle school, high school, and higher education. Its core mission is to foster a rigorous academic environment where students can earn both a high school diploma and significant college credits—potentially up to two years’ worth—free of charge before they graduate.

The school emphasizes a college-preparatory culture, utilizing the "Early College" model to support students in developing the maturity and academic discipline required for university-level work. By integrating York College resources and faculty into the high school experience, YECA aims to increase college readiness and graduation rates among students who might be the first in their families to pursue higher education. With a focus on critical thinking and academic inquiry, the academy serves as a unique pipeline that prepares its diverse student body for long-term success in both their undergraduate studies and future professional careers.

For more information, contact YORK EARLY COLLEGE ACADEMY at (718) 262-8547 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.