ROCKAWAY COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL

ROCKAWAY COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #27 school district, located in ROCKAWAY PARK, NY with about 322 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 25 teachers, ROCKAWAY COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

ROCKAWAY COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL (RCHS), located at 100-00 Beach Channel Drive in Rockaway Park, is a small, supportive public high school serving the Queens community. Operating within the New York City Department of Education system, the school is known for its close-knit environment and personalized approach to learning. By maintaining smaller class sizes, the faculty is able to focus on individual student development, ensuring that students receive the academic and emotional support necessary to prepare for life after graduation.

The school emphasizes a college-preparatory curriculum designed to equip students with critical thinking skills and the foundational knowledge needed for post-secondary success. Beyond academics, Rockaway Collegiate integrates social-emotional learning into its culture, fostering a sense of community and civic responsibility among its student body. By partnering with families and the surrounding Rockaway community, the school aims to create a safe, inclusive atmosphere where students are encouraged to pursue their goals and develop as well-rounded, ambitious young adults.

For more information, contact ROCKAWAY COLLEGIATE HIGH SCHOOL at (718) 734-3290 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.