HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP

HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP 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 465 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 31 teachers, HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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 FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP (HSCL), located in Jamaica, Queens, is a public secondary school dedicated to fostering civic engagement and academic achievement. True to its name, the school integrates a leadership-focused curriculum into its programming, aiming to empower students to become active participants and problem-solvers within their local and global communities. By emphasizing the development of social responsibility alongside core academic standards, the school seeks to prepare its students not only for college and career readiness but also for meaningful roles as informed, community-minded citizens.

Academically, the school offers a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth and personalized instruction. HSCL provides a variety of extracurricular activities, athletic teams, and enrichment programs designed to build character, teamwork, and leadership skills outside of the traditional classroom setting. With a focus on cultivating a collaborative culture, the HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP works to ensure that its diverse student body feels connected to their school community and equipped with the tools necessary to advocate for themselves and others in the future.

For more information, contact HIGH SCHOOL FOR COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP at (718) 558-9801 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.