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Newcomers High School-Academy American Studies

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Newcomers High School-Academy American Studies serves grades 9-12 at 28-01 41St Avenue Long Island City, NY. This public school is ruled and regulated by District #30 whom strives to set high standards of education for its students. The school applies common philosophies set forth by the school community which is to provide students a sound environment for educational excellence that will develop the skills, attitudes, knowledge and values to become contributing members of society. New York educators encourage individual excellence by students of all ages so that they may gain a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and work.

The teachers make every effort to incorporate literacy learning in all areas of learning: social studies, science, math, health, physical education, and the arts. Parents with children attending this public School enjoy the, caring, dedicated teachers, and the desire of the school for parent involvement. The school applies common philosophies set forth by the school community which is to provide students a sound environment for educational excellence that will develop the skills, attitudes, knowledge and values to become contributing members of society.

Officials work to ensure the curriculum is continually being reviewed, evaluated, and adjusted to meet the needs of students. Additionally, staff analyzes state and local test results as a means of changing curriculum and instruction. Technology integration and activities that provide opportunities for problem solving, students at every grade level gradually become accountable for their own learning.


Overview

Newcomers High School-Academy American Studies

New York City District #30

28-01 41St Avenue
Long Island City, NY 11101

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Large City (City: Large)

718-937-6005 (Phone)

Serving Grades: 9-12

Principal: Mary Burke

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Student Enrollment Information

9th10th11th12th
28847330217

Additional Student Information

Total Students
1,080
Attendance Rate
88%
Suspensions
0
Year Statistics Were Compiled
2005
Student / Teacher Ratio
21.6
Free Lunch
718
Reduced Lunch
141
Student Ethnicities

Student Gender

Staff Information

Full Time Principals
1
Full Time Assistant Principals
4
Other Full Time Professional Staff
4
Full Time Teachers
58
Part Time Principals
0
Part Time Assistant Principals
0
Part Time Teachers
1
Other Part Time Professional Staff
0

Adequate Yearly Progress Decisions

Sub-Group Names
Satisfactory
School Year
Subject:High School English Language Arts
All Students
Yes
2006
Hispanic Or Latino
No
2006
Asian Or Pacific Islander
Yes
2006
Limited English Proficient
No
2006
Economically Disadvantaged
Yes
2006
Subject:High School Graduation Rate
All Students
No
2006
Hispanic Or Latino
No
2006
Asian Or Pacific Islander
No
2006
White
No
2006
Limited English Proficient
No
2006
Economically Disadvantaged
No
2006
Subject:High School Math
All Students
Yes
2006
Hispanic Or Latino
Yes
2006
Asian Or Pacific Islander
Yes
2006
Limited English Proficient
Yes
2006
Economically Disadvantaged
Yes
2006

Regents Results

Subject
Year
# Tested
Percent Passing
 
Earth Science
2006
186
 
73.1%
English
2006
302
 
49.0%
Global Hist & Geography
2006
314
 
71.0%
Living Environment
2006
228
 
89.9%
Math A
2006
397
 
78.8%
Math B
2006
113
 
35.4%
Chemistry
2006
65
 
73.8%
Physics
2006
17
 
100.0%
Spanish
2006
103
 
100.0%
US History and Govt
2006
215
 
82.3%

Graduation Information

Group
High School Graduate
Regents Diplomas
Advanced Regents Diplomas
IEP / Local Certificates
Year
All Students
182
148 (81%)
45 (24%)
0
2006
General Education
182
148 (81%)
45 (24%)
0
2006
Students With Disabilities
0
0 (0%)
0 (0%)
0
2006
All Students
139
78 (56%)
16 (11%)
0
2005
General Education
139
78 (56%)
16 (11%)
0
2005
All Students
167
76 (45%)
0 (0%)
0
2004
General Education
167
76 (45%)
0 (0%)
0
2004
Students With Disabilities
0
0 (0%)
0 (0%)
0
2004
Number of high school students planning to attend 4 year colleges In New York State3 (01%)
Number of high school students planning to attend 4 year colleges Outside of New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school students planning to attend 2 year colleges In New York State33 (18%)
Number of high school students planning to attend 2 year colleges Outside of New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school students planning to attend Post Secondary institutions In New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school students planning to attend Post Secondary institutions Outside of New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school graduates who plan to enroll in the Military0 (0%)
Number of high school graduates who plan to pursue employment0 (0%)
Number of high school graduates with disabilities who plan to attend vocational rehabilitation programs.0 (0%)
Number of high school graduates with a known plan not specified above.146 (80%)
Number of high school graduates whose plans do not fit the above categories or are unknown.0 (0%)

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