HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH CAREERS & SCIENCES

369 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The High School for Health Careers & Sciences, located at 549 Audubon Avenue in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, is a specialized secondary school dedicated to preparing students for future success in the medical and scientific fields. As a member of the New York City public school system, the institution focuses on rigorous academic standards while providing students with unique opportunities to explore healthcare pathways, ranging from nursing and biomedical research to allied health professions. Through a blend of core academic curricula and specialized training, the school aims to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world clinical application.

The school is deeply integrated into its local community, fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth, college readiness, and professional development. By emphasizing core values such as empathy, scientific inquiry, and service, the High School for Health Careers & Sciences prepares its diverse student body to meet the demands of higher education and the modern healthcare workforce. Its location in Northern Manhattan allows it to serve a vibrant community, often providing students with proximity to local health facilities and partnerships that enhance their hands-on learning experiences.
369
Total Students
30.4
Full-Time Teachers
12.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
110.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH CAREERS & SCIENCES
Demographic Student Count
White8
Hispanic280
Black42
Asian7
Two or More32
  • Hispanic
    280 (75.9 %)
  • Black
    42 (11.4 %)
  • Two or More
    32 (8.7 %)
  • White
    8 (2.2 %)
  • Asian
    7 (1.9 %)
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 # 6
Phone: (212)927-1841
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 369
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 397
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 10
Grades Taught
Grade 9 88
Grade 10 114
Grade 11 97
Grade 12 69
Ungraded 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH CAREERS & SCIENCES
Grade Student Count
Grade 988
Grade 10114
Grade 1197
Grade 1269
Ungraded1
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH CAREERS & SCIENCES
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female19653.1%
Male17346.9%
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