School Overview
Richmond Hill High School, located in the Richmond Hill neighborhood of Queens, New York, is a large, historic public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As part of the New York City Department of Education, the school is known for its long-standing tradition in the community, with a diverse student body that reflects the multicultural landscape of Queens. The school operates with a focus on preparing students for post-secondary success by offering a broad academic curriculum, including various Regents-level courses and opportunities for credit recovery and academic support.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Richmond Hill High School places a strong emphasis on student engagement through a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports teams, performing arts programs, and numerous student-led clubs. The school aims to foster a supportive learning environment, utilizing partnerships with community organizations to provide students with resources for college and career readiness. By balancing rigorous educational standards with holistic support services, the school strives to empower its students to navigate the challenges of high school while building a foundation for their future professional and personal goals.
1,637
Total Students
123.5
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
98.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White49
Hispanic833
Black168
Asian420
Two or More80
American Indian66
Pacific Islander21
  • Hispanic
    833 (50.9 %)
  • Asian
    420 (25.7 %)
  • Black
    168 (10.3 %)
  • Two or More
    80 (4.9 %)
  • American Indian
    66 (4.0 %)
  • White
    49 (3.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    21 (1.3 %)
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)846-3335
Website: http://www.richmondhillhs.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,637
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 123.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.3
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,542
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 76
Grades Taught
Grade 9 442
Grade 10 441
Grade 11 363
Grade 12 388
Ungraded 3

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9442
Grade 10441
Grade 11363
Grade 12388
Ungraded3
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for RICHMOND HILL HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female76046.4%
Male87753.6%
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