ACADEY OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL

ACADEY OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27 school district, located in FAR ROCKAWAY, NY with about 645 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 48 teachers, ACADEY OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 Academy of Medical Technology (AMT), located in Far Rockaway, Queens, is a specialized public high school that operates as a member of the College Board Schools network. Its primary mission is to integrate rigorous academic preparation with a focus on health sciences and medical technology, aiming to bridge the gap between secondary education and professional careers in the healthcare industry. By leveraging its partnership with the College Board, the school emphasizes a college-preparatory curriculum designed to ensure that students are not only academically proficient but also prepared for the demands of higher education and professional certification.

In addition to its core academic coursework, the Academy of Medical Technology provides students with specialized exposure to medical-related fields through its unique partnerships and curriculum focus. The school environment is structured to support students in developing the technical skills and critical thinking necessary to succeed in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) pathways. By focusing on a "college-going culture," the school actively encourages its student body—many of whom are from diverse, underserved backgrounds—to pursue post-secondary degrees, positioning itself as a vital educational resource for students in the Far Rockaway area looking to enter the rapidly evolving medical and technological sectors.

For more information, contact ACADEY OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL at (718) 471-3571 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.