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NYC iSchool

#40 in Niche Standout High Schools in America
  • A
    Overall Grade
  • Public
  • 9-12
  • New York, NY
  • 153 reviews
    A
    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      B+
    2. Diversity
      A+
    3. Teachers
      A
    4. College Prep
      A-
    5. Clubs & Activities
      B
    6. Health & Safety
      A+
    7. Administration
      A+
    8. Sports
      C
    9. Food
      B-
    10. Resources & Facilities
      B
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    NYC iSchool is a highly rated, public school located in New York, NY. It has 449 students in grades 9-12 with a student-teacher ratio of 15 to 1. According to state test scores, 95% of students are at least proficient in math and 95% in reading.
    Address
    131 Ave Of The Americas
    New York, NY 10013
    Telephone
    (347) 254-0102
    Website
    schools.nyc.gov
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    Academics

    Percent Proficient - Reading
    95%
    Percent Proficient - Math
    95%
    Average Graduation Rate
    95%
    Average SAT
    1150
    154 responses
    Average ACT
    25
    55 responses
    AP Enrollment
    21%
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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
      C-
    Area Feel
    Urban
    Median Household Income
    $136,705
    National
    $55,322
    Median Rent
    $2,222
    National
    $949
    Median Home Value
    $1,317,210
    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
    100%
    of students agree that they feel safe at their school.22 responses
    Poll
    82%
    of students agree that they like their school and feel happy there.22 responses
    Poll
    What are your favorite school events or traditions?
    Based on 84 responses
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    • Advisory Activities
      23%
    • Pii Day
      18%
    • March Madness
      13%
    • First Day of the Quarter
      12%
    • Talent Show
      12%
    • ISchool Family Feud
      11%
    • Orientation Activities
      7%

    Students

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on racial and economic diversity and survey responses on school culture and diversity from students and parents.
    Students
    449
    Free or Reduced Lunch
    37%
    56%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are competitive.25 responses
    92%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are creative and artsy.25 responses
    52%
    of students and parents agree that students at this school are athletic.25 responses

    Teachers

    Student-Teacher Ratio
    15:1
    National
    17:1
    Average Teacher Salary
    $73,460
    Teachers in First/Second Year
    3.4%
    90%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers give engaging lessons.31 responses
    90%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers genuinely care about the students.31 responses
    87%
    of students and parents agree that the teachers adequately lead and control the classroom.31 responses

    Clubs & Activities

    Clubs & Activities
    B
    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
    76%
    of students and parents agree that there are plenty of clubs and organizations for students to get involved in.33 responses
    39%
    of students and parents agree that clubs and organizations get the funding they need.33 responses
    64%
    of students and parents agree that lots of students participate in clubs and organizations.33 responses
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    Incredibly innovative high school. Perfect population size- close community, but you're often meeting new people or getting closer to acquaintances. The teachers are incredible! So dedicated, they listen to the students, and they put a lot of effort into creating engaging and impact classes. Our strongest departments are English and Science. Art and PE departments could be improved. The college office is one of the best of any high school I've seen, so helpful! Diversity isn't outstanding but the administration is making a huge effort to reach more prospective students of color. There are a lot of stairs but its worth it. I've had an amazing experience, I highly recommend it.
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    The NYC iSchool is an amazing school where every student will work hard and do well for the time they are here. This schools offers a mastery policy, meaning you are allowed to retake tests and redo assignments until you show mastery in that subject area. Furthermore, this school offers an array of classes you can apply to, and some very unusual classes at that. Currently, I am learning about history through movies in a class called "Reel Global History", but last year, I took a class called "Food Revolution" in which we learned about nutrition and eating healthy, and even went down to our own garden in Battery park! One this I would change is how much work you get. Some students might be in shock in college especially because you are not required to take any AP classes in this school, and if you don't, you can have little to no work.
    NYC iSchool is one of those unique high schools that many students and parents outside our community will check to see if we are a private institution- based on many factors... including our peculiar name! However we are public, and truly one of the most different public experiences in New York City. Entering my sophomore year at this school as a transfer student opened many doors with opportunities such as internships, educational programs from colleges, and even a volunteer trip abroad for high school students. Despite the 4-5 flights of stairs to get to the school, the environment is filled with students who are open to make friends with anyone and teachers who will often go out of their ways to make sure each student has all necessities to understand lessons being taught. Classes are customized by students, with the opportunity to apply to AP's in sophomore year. I loved a lot of the modules at the ischool from theater production to pop up restaurant and astrobiology.