ACADEMY FOR CAREERS IN TELEVISION AND FILM
540 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The **Academy for Careers in Television and Film (TvF)**, located in Long Island City, Queens, is a specialized New York City public high school dedicated to preparing students for college and careers within the media production industry. The school offers a rigorous academic curriculum integrated with professional-grade training in areas such as cinematography, sound engineering, editing, and screenwriting. By partnering with industry professionals and organizations, the school provides students with hands-on experience, mentorship opportunities, and internships that bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world media production.
Beyond its technical focus, TvF emphasizes a collaborative and creative culture that mirrors the environment of a professional production set. The school’s curriculum is designed to foster both technical proficiency and critical thinking, encouraging students to produce original content while developing a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences. Located in the heart of a major hub for film and television studios, the school leverages its geographic advantage to immerse students in the professional landscape of New York City, ultimately aiming to equip graduates with the skills, portfolio, and professional network necessary to excel in the competitive entertainment industry or pursue higher education.
Beyond its technical focus, TvF emphasizes a collaborative and creative culture that mirrors the environment of a professional production set. The school’s curriculum is designed to foster both technical proficiency and critical thinking, encouraging students to produce original content while developing a strong foundation in the humanities and sciences. Located in the heart of a major hub for film and television studios, the school leverages its geographic advantage to immerse students in the professional landscape of New York City, ultimately aiming to equip graduates with the skills, portfolio, and professional network necessary to excel in the competitive entertainment industry or pursue higher education.
540
Total Students
47.9
Full-Time Teachers
11.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 84 |
| Hispanic | 306 |
| Black | 72 |
| Asian | 45 |
| Two or More | 28 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic306 (56.7 %)
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White84 (15.6 %)
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Black72 (13.3 %)
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Asian45 (8.3 %)
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Two or More28 (5.2 %)
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American Indian3 (0.6 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Career and Technical School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #30 |
| Phone: | (718)609-3330 |
| Website: | http://www.actvf.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 540 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 47.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 397 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 16 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
135
Grade 10
140
Grade 11
131
Grade 12
133
Ungraded
1
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 135 |
| Grade 10 | 140 |
| Grade 11 | 131 |
| Grade 12 | 133 |
| Ungraded | 1 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 266 | 49.3% |
| Male | 274 | 50.7% |
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