HIGH SCHOOL MATHEMATICS SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING AT CCNY
576 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The High School for Math, Science and Engineering (HSMSE) at The City College of New York (CCNY) is a highly selective, public magnet school located on the campus of City College in Manhattan. As one of New York City’s specialized high schools, it is renowned for its rigorous academic environment that emphasizes STEM fields, specifically engineering and advanced mathematics. The school offers a unique educational experience by integrating its curriculum with the resources of the college, allowing students to engage in advanced coursework, research opportunities, and exposure to a university-level atmosphere before graduating.
Beyond its strong focus on technical disciplines, HSMSE is known for fostering a close-knit community of high-achieving students and dedicated faculty. The school maintains a demanding graduation requirement that includes a concentration in a specific engineering strand, as well as a robust language program. By blending a challenging academic syllabus with the intellectual opportunities afforded by its location at CCNY, HSMSE consistently prepares its graduates for success at the nation’s most competitive universities and careers in complex, innovation-driven industries.
Beyond its strong focus on technical disciplines, HSMSE is known for fostering a close-knit community of high-achieving students and dedicated faculty. The school maintains a demanding graduation requirement that includes a concentration in a specific engineering strand, as well as a robust language program. By blending a challenging academic syllabus with the intellectual opportunities afforded by its location at CCNY, HSMSE consistently prepares its graduates for success at the nation’s most competitive universities and careers in complex, innovation-driven industries.
576
Total Students
31.7
Full-Time Teachers
18.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
37.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 201 |
| Hispanic | 89 |
| Black | 52 |
| Asian | 162 |
| Two or More | 63 |
| American Indian | 5 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White201 (35.0%)
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Asian162 (28.2%)
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Hispanic89 (15.5%)
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Two or More63 (11.0%)
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Black52 (9.1%)
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American Indian5 (0.9%)
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Pacific Islander2 (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 # 5 |
| Phone: | (212)281-6490 |
| Website: | http://www.hsmse.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 576 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 31.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 18.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 196 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 19 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
132
Grade 10
163
Grade 11
128
Grade 12
153
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 132 |
| Grade 10 | 163 |
| Grade 11 | 128 |
| Grade 12 | 153 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 206 | 35.8% |
| Male | 368 | 63.9% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 0.3% |
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