UNITED CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED MATH AND SCIENCE IV

School Overview
**New Visions Charter High School for Advanced Math & Science IV (AMS IV)** is a public charter high school located in the Jamaica neighborhood of Queens, New York. Part of the reputable New Visions for Public Schools network, the institution is committed to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education with a specialized focus on mathematics and the sciences. By utilizing a data-driven instructional model, the school aims to ensure that all students, regardless of their incoming academic level, receive the personalized support necessary to meet demanding New York State Regents standards and graduate prepared for post-secondary success.

The school’s pedagogical approach emphasizes inquiry-based learning, critical thinking, and the integration of technology into the classroom. Beyond core academic subjects, AMS IV places a high priority on developing "habits of mind"—social and emotional skills that foster resilience, collaboration, and self-advocacy. By maintaining smaller class sizes and fostering strong teacher-student relationships, the school creates a structured environment where students are encouraged to engage deeply with complex problems, preparing them to pursue higher education and careers in an increasingly competitive global landscape.
363
Total Students
38.0
Full-Time Teachers
9.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
74.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for UNITED CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED MATH AND SCIENCE IV
Demographic Student Count
White1
Hispanic41
Black296
Asian10
Two or More4
American Indian10
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    296 (81.5%)
  • Hispanic
    41 (11.3%)
  • Asian
    10 (2.8%)
  • American Indian
    10 (2.8%)
  • Two or More
    4 (1.1%)
  • White
    1 (0.3%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Charter School
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: UNITED CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED MATH AND SCIENCE IV
Phone: (718)525-2041
Website: http://www.newvisions.org/ams4
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 363
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 38.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.6
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 257
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Grade 9 76
Grade 10 101
Grade 11 80
Grade 12 106

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for UNITED CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED MATH AND SCIENCE IV
Grade Student Count
Grade 976
Grade 10101
Grade 1180
Grade 12106
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for UNITED CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL FOR ADVANCED MATH AND SCIENCE IV
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17046.8%
Male19353.2%
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