School Overview
George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences, located in Springfield Gardens, Queens, is a specialized public high school dedicated to providing students with a rigorous academic foundation centered on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). The school is designed to prepare students for college and careers in health, research, and scientific industries, often fostering partnerships with local universities and medical institutions to offer students hands-on learning experiences. By emphasizing inquiry-based instruction and scientific literacy, the curriculum aims to cultivate critical thinking skills and technical proficiency that students will need to succeed in a rapidly evolving global economy.

Beyond its academic focus, the school places a strong emphasis on character development and community involvement, inspired by the legacy of its namesake, George Washington Carver. The campus environment is structured to support a diverse student body through various extracurricular activities, laboratory opportunities, and mentorship programs. By bridging the gap between classroom theory and practical application, George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences strives to empower its students to become innovative problem-solvers and contributing members of the scientific community.
365
Total Students
26.1
Full-Time Teachers
14.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
88.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES
Demographic Student Count
White13
Hispanic67
Black215
Asian28
Two or More26
American Indian9
Pacific Islander7
  • Black
    215 (58.9 %)
  • Hispanic
    67 (18.4 %)
  • Asian
    28 (7.7 %)
  • Two or More
    26 (7.1 %)
  • White
    13 (3.6 %)
  • American Indian
    9 (2.5 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    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 #29
Phone: (718)525-6439
Website: http://www.gwc.connectwithkids.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 365
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 26.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.0
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 314
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 9
Grades Taught
Grade 9 76
Grade 10 117
Grade 11 80
Grade 12 91
Ungraded 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES
Grade Student Count
Grade 976
Grade 10117
Grade 1180
Grade 1291
Ungraded1
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for GEORGE WASHINGTON CARVER HIGH SCHOOL FOR THE SCIENCES
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female22762.2%
Male13837.8%
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