QUEENS GATEWAY TO HEALTH SCIENCES SECONDARY SCHOOL
679 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School, located in Jamaica, Queens, is a specialized 6–12 institution dedicated to preparing students for competitive careers in the medical and healthcare fields. As a member of the New York City Department of Education’s specialized school network, it offers a rigorous academic environment that integrates a traditional college-preparatory curriculum with a specialized focus on health sciences. The school’s mission is to foster intellectual curiosity and professional development, ensuring that students are well-equipped with the scientific knowledge and ethical foundation necessary for success in post-secondary education and the medical workforce.
Beyond its core curriculum, Queens Gateway is known for providing students with unique opportunities for hands-on learning and professional exposure. The school maintains partnerships with local hospitals and health institutions, allowing students to engage in internships, mentorship programs, and clinical observations that go beyond the typical classroom experience. By blending academic discipline with real-world applications in biology, chemistry, and health-related research, the school aims to cultivate a diverse pipeline of future healthcare professionals who are prepared to meet the complex challenges of the modern medical industry.
Beyond its core curriculum, Queens Gateway is known for providing students with unique opportunities for hands-on learning and professional exposure. The school maintains partnerships with local hospitals and health institutions, allowing students to engage in internships, mentorship programs, and clinical observations that go beyond the typical classroom experience. By blending academic discipline with real-world applications in biology, chemistry, and health-related research, the school aims to cultivate a diverse pipeline of future healthcare professionals who are prepared to meet the complex challenges of the modern medical industry.
679
Total Students
45.1
Full-Time Teachers
15.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
71.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic | 99 |
| Black | 128 |
| Asian | 374 |
| Two or More | 10 |
| American Indian | 42 |
| Pacific Islander | 12 |
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Asian374 (55.1%)
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Black128 (18.9%)
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Hispanic99 (14.6%)
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American Indian42 (6.2%)
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White14 (2.1%)
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Pacific Islander12 (1.8%)
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Two or More10 (1.5%)
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 #28 |
| Phone: | (718)969-3155 |
| Website: | http://www.queensgateway.org |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 679 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 45.1 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 15.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 448 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 35 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
92
Grade 7
93
Grade 8
84
Grade 9
116
Grade 10
101
Grade 11
111
Grade 12
80
Ungraded
2
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 92 |
| Grade 7 | 93 |
| Grade 8 | 84 |
| Grade 9 | 116 |
| Grade 10 | 101 |
| Grade 11 | 111 |
| Grade 12 | 80 |
| Ungraded | 2 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 359 | 52.9% |
| Male | 320 | 47.1% |
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