School Overview
The Business of Sports School (BOSS) is a specialized public high school located in Hell’s Kitchen, Manhattan, dedicated to preparing students for college and professional careers within the sports industry. By integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with sports-centric themes, the school provides students with a unique lens through which to study business, marketing, management, and communications. The program is designed to foster professional growth, emphasizing real-world application, leadership, and the development of a strong work ethic.

A core component of the BOSS experience is its commitment to "learning by doing," facilitated through strong partnerships with major sports organizations, media companies, and business leaders. Students benefit from mentorship programs, internship opportunities, and guest lectures from industry professionals, which help bridge the gap between classroom theory and practical workplace skills. By combining a college-preparatory education with professional industry exposure, BOSS aims to equip its graduates with both the academic credentials and the networking experience necessary to succeed in a competitive global job market.
447
Total Students
37.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
79.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BUSINESS OF SPORTS SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White7
Hispanic254
Black155
Asian9
Two or More18
American Indian4
  • Hispanic
    254 (56.8 %)
  • Black
    155 (34.7 %)
  • Two or More
    18 (4.0 %)
  • Asian
    9 (2.0 %)
  • White
    7 (1.6 %)
  • American Indian
    4 (0.9 %)
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 # 2
Phone: (212)246-2183
Website: http://www.nycboss.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 447
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 37.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.1
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 352
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 2
Grades Taught
Grade 9 129
Grade 10 123
Grade 11 106
Grade 12 89

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for BUSINESS OF SPORTS SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9129
Grade 10123
Grade 11106
Grade 1289
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for BUSINESS OF SPORTS SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female12528%
Male32272%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)