NORTH QUEENS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

NORTH QUEENS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #25 school district, located in FLUSHING, NY with about 192 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 11 teachers, NORTH QUEENS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL 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.

NORTH QUEENS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL (NQCHS), located in Flushing, New York, is a unique educational institution specifically designed to support "over-age and under-credited" students. Operating as a transfer school, it serves young people—typically between the ages of 16 and 21—who have experienced challenges in traditional high school settings and need a more flexible, supportive environment to earn their diplomas. The school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s network of transfer schools, which prioritize personalized instruction and small class sizes to help students re-engage with their education.

The school’s philosophy centers on a holistic approach to student development, emphasizing both academic achievement and social-emotional growth. Beyond standard coursework, NORTH QUEENS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL often integrates internship opportunities, college transition support, and career readiness programs to prepare students for life after graduation. By fostering a close-knit community and providing intensive guidance, the school aims to remove systemic barriers to success, helping students overcome previous setbacks and reach their long-term academic and professional goals.

For more information, contact NORTH QUEENS COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL at (718) 380-1650 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.