HIGH SCHOOL OF APPLIED COMMUNICATIONS
380 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The **High School of Applied Communications (HSAC)**, located in Long Island City, Queens, is a specialized secondary school that focuses on integrating rigorous academics with professional training in the communications and media industries. The school’s curriculum is designed to prepare students for the demands of a modern, technology-driven workforce by emphasizing project-based learning. Students are encouraged to develop skills in areas such as digital media, graphic design, journalism, and public speaking, ensuring they can effectively create, analyze, and communicate complex information.
Beyond its technical focus, HSAC is known for fostering a supportive, small-school environment that prioritizes collaboration and real-world application. By partnering with local businesses and media organizations, the school provides students with opportunities for internships, guest lectures, and hands-on experiences that extend well beyond the traditional classroom setting. This professional approach to education aims to equip graduates not only with a high school diploma but also with a portfolio of work and the critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in higher education or competitive careers in the creative and communications sectors.
Beyond its technical focus, HSAC is known for fostering a supportive, small-school environment that prioritizes collaboration and real-world application. By partnering with local businesses and media organizations, the school provides students with opportunities for internships, guest lectures, and hands-on experiences that extend well beyond the traditional classroom setting. This professional approach to education aims to equip graduates not only with a high school diploma but also with a portfolio of work and the critical thinking skills necessary to succeed in higher education or competitive careers in the creative and communications sectors.
380
Total Students
31.2
Full-Time Teachers
12.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
87.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 30 |
| Hispanic | 276 |
| Black | 20 |
| Asian | 43 |
| Two or More | 7 |
| American Indian | 3 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic276 (72.6%)
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Asian43 (11.3%)
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White30 (7.9%)
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Black20 (5.3%)
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Two or More7 (1.8%)
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American Indian3 (0.8%)
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Pacific Islander1 (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 #24 |
| Phone: | (718)389-3163 |
| Website: | http://www.hsacny.com |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 380 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 31.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 321 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 13 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
108
Grade 10
112
Grade 11
64
Grade 12
96
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 108 |
| Grade 10 | 112 |
| Grade 11 | 64 |
| Grade 12 | 96 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 161 | 42.4% |
| Male | 219 | 57.6% |
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