ACADEMY OF MEDICAL TECHNOLOGY - A COLLEGE BOARD SCHOOL
670 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
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.
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.
670
Total Students
48.1
Full-Time Teachers
13.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
77.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 20 |
| Hispanic | 350 |
| Black | 252 |
| Asian | 18 |
| Two or More | 14 |
| American Indian | 14 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic350 (52.2 %)
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Black252 (37.6 %)
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White20 (3.0 %)
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Asian18 (2.7 %)
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Two or More14 (2.1 %)
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American Indian14 (2.1 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.3 %)
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 #27 |
| Phone: | (718)471-3571 |
| Website: | http://www.amtnyc.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 670 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 48.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | N/A |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 518 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 2 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
79
Grade 7
76
Grade 8
78
Grade 9
139
Grade 10
106
Grade 11
97
Grade 12
95
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 79 |
| Grade 7 | 76 |
| Grade 8 | 78 |
| Grade 9 | 139 |
| Grade 10 | 106 |
| Grade 11 | 97 |
| Grade 12 | 95 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 338 | 50.4% |
| Male | 332 | 49.6% |
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