HIGH SCHOOL FOR HEALTH CAREERS & SCIENCES
424 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
The High School for Health Careers & Sciences, located at 549 Audubon Avenue in the Washington Heights neighborhood of Manhattan, is a specialized secondary school dedicated to preparing students for future success in the medical and scientific fields. As a member of the New York City public school system, the institution focuses on rigorous academic standards while providing students with unique opportunities to explore healthcare pathways, ranging from nursing and biomedical research to allied health professions. Through a blend of core academic curricula and specialized training, the school aims to bridge the gap between classroom theory and real-world clinical application.
The school is deeply integrated into its local community, fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth, college readiness, and professional development. By emphasizing core values such as empathy, scientific inquiry, and service, the High School for Health Careers & Sciences prepares its diverse student body to meet the demands of higher education and the modern healthcare workforce. Its location in Northern Manhattan allows it to serve a vibrant community, often providing students with proximity to local health facilities and partnerships that enhance their hands-on learning experiences.
The school is deeply integrated into its local community, fostering a supportive environment that prioritizes student growth, college readiness, and professional development. By emphasizing core values such as empathy, scientific inquiry, and service, the High School for Health Careers & Sciences prepares its diverse student body to meet the demands of higher education and the modern healthcare workforce. Its location in Northern Manhattan allows it to serve a vibrant community, often providing students with proximity to local health facilities and partnerships that enhance their hands-on learning experiences.
424
Total Students
32.9
Full-Time Teachers
12.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
96.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 5 |
| Hispanic | 378 |
| Black | 31 |
| Asian | 5 |
| Two or More | 3 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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Hispanic378 (89.2%)
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Black31 (7.3%)
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White5 (1.2%)
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Asian5 (1.2%)
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Two or More3 (0.7%)
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American Indian2 (0.5%)
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 # 6 |
| Phone: | (212)927-1841 |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 424 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 32.9 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.9 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 397 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 10 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
90
Grade 10
110
Grade 11
125
Grade 12
99
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 90 |
| Grade 10 | 110 |
| Grade 11 | 125 |
| Grade 12 | 99 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 223 | 52.6% |
| Male | 201 | 47.4% |
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