BENJAMIN N CARDOZO HIGH SCHOOL
3,100 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Benjamin N. Cardozo High School, located in Bayside, Queens, is a large, highly regarded public secondary school known for its commitment to academic excellence and a diverse array of extracurricular opportunities. Serving a broad student body, the school is frequently recognized for its competitive college preparatory programs and its success in placing students into top-tier universities. Cardozo offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized honors programs, and a wide variety of electives, allowing students to tailor their education to their personal interests and career goals.
Beyond the classroom, Cardozo is widely celebrated for its robust extracurricular culture, particularly its award-winning programs in arts, athletics, and robotics. The school hosts a variety of specialized academies—such as the Law, Humanities, and Science Research programs—that provide students with hands-on experience and professional-level preparation. With a strong focus on fostering a supportive community, Benjamin N. Cardozo High School remains a cornerstone of the Bayside neighborhood, consistently striving to balance rigorous academic standards with the development of well-rounded, community-minded students.
Beyond the classroom, Cardozo is widely celebrated for its robust extracurricular culture, particularly its award-winning programs in arts, athletics, and robotics. The school hosts a variety of specialized academies—such as the Law, Humanities, and Science Research programs—that provide students with hands-on experience and professional-level preparation. With a strong focus on fostering a supportive community, Benjamin N. Cardozo High School remains a cornerstone of the Bayside neighborhood, consistently striving to balance rigorous academic standards with the development of well-rounded, community-minded students.
3,100
Total Students
187.2
Full-Time Teachers
16.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
66.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 276 |
| Hispanic | 759 |
| Black | 656 |
| Asian | 1,292 |
| Two or More | 61 |
| American Indian | 38 |
| Pacific Islander | 17 |
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Asian1,292 (41.7 %)
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Hispanic759 (24.5 %)
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Black656 (21.2 %)
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White276 (8.9 %)
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Two or More61 (2.0 %)
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American Indian38 (1.2 %)
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Pacific Islander17 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #26 |
| Phone: | (718)279-6500 |
| Website: | http://www.cardozohigh.com |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 3,100 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 187.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 1,865 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 200 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
734
Grade 10
773
Grade 11
865
Grade 12
727
Ungraded
1
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 734 |
| Grade 10 | 773 |
| Grade 11 | 865 |
| Grade 12 | 727 |
| Ungraded | 1 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 1,626 | 52.5% |
| Male | 1,473 | 47.5% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0% |
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