HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY

School Overview
The High School for Law Enforcement and Public Safety (LEPS), located in Jamaica, Queens, is a specialized secondary school dedicated to preparing students for careers in criminal justice, law, and civil service. The curriculum is designed to integrate traditional academic coursework with a rigorous focus on the principles of public safety, ethics, and community service. By offering specialized programs such as criminal law, forensic science, and leadership training, the school aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of the legal system and the practical skills required to succeed in fields like policing, emergency management, and legal advocacy.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school emphasizes character development, discipline, and civic responsibility. Students are often encouraged to engage in extracurricular activities and partnerships that mirror the professional demands of public service, such as mock trial competitions, youth cadet programs, or community outreach initiatives. The goal of the institution is to foster a sense of duty and integrity, preparing its graduates not only for higher education but also to become well-informed, proactive members of their communities who are equipped to serve and protect the public.
535
Total Students
44.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Demographic Student Count
White7
Hispanic170
Black255
Asian70
Two or More7
American Indian17
Pacific Islander9
  • Black
    255 (47.7%)
  • Hispanic
    170 (31.8%)
  • Asian
    70 (13.1%)
  • American Indian
    17 (3.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    9 (1.7%)
  • White
    7 (1.3%)
  • Two or More
    7 (1.3%)
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 #28
Phone: (718)977-4800
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 535
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 44.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.2
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 429
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5
Grades Taught
Grade 9 160
Grade 10 146
Grade 11 118
Grade 12 111

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Grade Student Count
Grade 9160
Grade 10146
Grade 11118
Grade 12111
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HS FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT AND PUBLIC SAFETY
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female26048.6%
Male27551.4%
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