School Overview
Benjamin N. Cardozo High School, located in Bayside, Queens, is a large, highly regarded public secondary school known for its commitment to academic excellence and a diverse array of extracurricular opportunities. Serving a broad student body, the school is frequently recognized for its competitive college preparatory programs and its success in placing students into top-tier universities. Cardozo offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized honors programs, and a wide variety of electives, allowing students to tailor their education to their personal interests and career goals.

Beyond the classroom, Cardozo is widely celebrated for its robust extracurricular culture, particularly its award-winning programs in arts, athletics, and robotics. The school hosts a variety of specialized academies—such as the Law, Humanities, and Science Research programs—that provide students with hands-on experience and professional-level preparation. With a strong focus on fostering a supportive community, Benjamin N. Cardozo High School remains a cornerstone of the Bayside neighborhood, consistently striving to balance rigorous academic standards with the development of well-rounded, community-minded students.
2,866
Total Students
192.5
Full-Time Teachers
14.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
72.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for BENJAMIN N CARDOZO HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White208
Hispanic703
Black565
Asian1,248
Two or More91
American Indian41
Pacific Islander10
  • Asian
    1,248 (43.5%)
  • Hispanic
    703 (24.5%)
  • Black
    565 (19.7%)
  • White
    208 (7.3%)
  • Two or More
    91 (3.2%)
  • American Indian
    41 (1.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    10 (0.3%)
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 #26
Phone: (718)279-6500
Website: http://www.cardozohigh.com
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 2,866
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 192.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,865
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 200
Grades Taught
Grade 9 733
Grade 10 707
Grade 11 744
Grade 12 678
Ungraded 4

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for BENJAMIN N CARDOZO HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9733
Grade 10707
Grade 11744
Grade 12678
Ungraded4
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for BENJAMIN N CARDOZO HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female1,50452.5%
Male1,36247.5%
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