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Academy of American Studies

#23 in Niche Standout High Schools in America
  • A-
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • Long Island City, NY
  • 244 reviews
    A-
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      B+
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      C-
    6. Health & Safety
      A-
    7. Administration
      B+
    8. Sports
      C+
    9. Food
      C+
    10. Resources & Facilities
      C-
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    Academy of American Studies is a highly rated, public school located in Long Island City, NY. It has 994 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 24 to 1. According to state test scores, 96% of students are at least proficient in math and 98% in reading.
    Address
    28-04 41st Ave
    Long Island City, NY 11101
    Telephone
    (718) 433-2556
    Website
    academyofamericanstudies.com
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    Academy of American Studies Rankings

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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    98%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    96%
    Average Graduation Rate
    92%
    Average SAT
    1180
    280 responses
    Average ACT
    24
    14 responses
    AP Enrollment
    18%
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    Living in the Area
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Cost of Living
      C-
    2. Good for Families
      A
    3. Housing
      D+
    Area Feel
    Dense Urban
    Median Household Income
    $70,989
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $1,584
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $468,371
    National
    $184,700

    Culture & Safety

    Health & Safety
    A-
    Based on chronic student absenteeism, suspensions/expulsions, and survey responses on the school environment from students and parents.
    Poll
    88%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.32 responses
    Poll
    72%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.32 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 87 responses
    Report
    • Spirit Week
      22%
    • Pep Rally
      18%
    • Halloween Costume Parade
      14%
    • First Day of School Assembly
      10%
    • Twin Day
      9%
    • Pajama Day
      7%
    • Sprit Day
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    994
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    70%
    74%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.34 responses
    68%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.34 responses
    68%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.34 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    24:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $79,654
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    3.5%
    70%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.37 responses
    81%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.37 responses
    84%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.37 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    C-
    Based on student and parent reviews of clubs and activities.
    Girls Athletic Participation
    Very Low
    Boys Athletic Participation
    Low
    Expenses Per Student
    —
    National
    $12,239
    72%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.39 responses
    33%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.39 responses
    64%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.39 responses
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    After attending Academy of American Studies for four years, I have improved not only as a student, but also as a person. However, I gave this school a rating of "average" because it isn't as challenging as I expected. The Social Studies department does a great job at teaching the curriculum and making sure students are well prepared for not only regents exams, but college as well. However, the math and science department are a struggle. Some teachers confuse themselves teaching the class which ends up confusing everyone else. The school is way too uptight about certain rules and policies- for example, they lock the bathrooms for long periods of times to apparently prevent people from vaping in the bathrooms. However, students who have to use the bathroom now have to wait around 20 minutes to do so, which also creates long lines for bathrooms! Teachers have favorites and its very obvious but overall a decent school in new york city, especially when it comes to safety.
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    The teachers are mostly kind and willing to help you throughout your high school life! However there are some who seem to be little help. The environment is friendly and little is danger is felt on campus. The school has very rigorous courses that will surely challenge you! It’s arts programs are one of the most interesting parts that will surely become one of your most memorable classes. However, they are severely ignored and lack equipment but it makes it up in the quality of lessons. The school staff and teachers always want to help and even help you for your future endeavors. The only reason I do not give it 5 stars is because the lack of equipment the school has for its art programs or for any after school and athletic programs.
    Academy of American Studies is a great place to be at for high school. It's ranked as one of the best schools that's not a specialized one- at least, statistically. The school is somehow underfunded, despite the massive amount of money that it intakes per year from a gradual accumulation of trips, dues, and other items. However, it's undeniable that the school has it's own unique quirks. Wednesday is reserved as a shorter day for students, and allows them to have a more personal experience with teachers and helps them catch up on work when they're behind. Continuing on the bright side of things, the teachers at Academy of American Studies are much more than qualified for their jobs, and the people who work there are the redeeming quality of the school. In spite of it's unique and unusual flaws, it would be a school that I would recommend to anyone looking for a fun and educational high school experience.