HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY

School Overview
The High School for Law Enforcement and Public Safety (LEPS), located in Jamaica, Queens, is a specialized secondary school dedicated to preparing students for careers in criminal justice, law, and civil service. The curriculum is designed to integrate traditional academic coursework with a rigorous focus on the principles of public safety, ethics, and community service. By offering specialized programs such as criminal law, forensic science, and leadership training, the school aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of the legal system and the practical skills required to succeed in fields like policing, emergency management, and legal advocacy.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school emphasizes character development, discipline, and civic responsibility. Students are often encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities and partnerships that mirror the professional demands of public service, such as mock trial competitions, youth cadet programs, or community outreach initiatives. The goal of the institution is to foster a sense of duty and integrity, preparing its graduates not only for higher education but also to become well-informed, proactive members of their communities who are equipped to serve and protect the public.
451
Total Students
36.3
Full-Time Teachers
12.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
96.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Demographic Student Count
White8
Hispanic108
Black200
Asian68
Two or More37
American Indian26
Pacific Islander4
  • Black
    200 (44.3 %)
  • Hispanic
    108 (23.9 %)
  • Asian
    68 (15.1 %)
  • Two or More
    37 (8.2 %)
  • American Indian
    26 (5.8 %)
  • White
    8 (1.8 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.9 %)
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 #28
Phone: (718)977-4800
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 451
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 36.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 429
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5
Grades Taught
Grade 9 165
Grade 10 121
Grade 11 83
Grade 12 82

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Grade Student Count
Grade 9165
Grade 10121
Grade 1183
Grade 1282
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22048.8%
Male23151.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)