Serving 282 students in grades 9-12, Multicultural High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≤5% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Multicultural High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Multicultural High School's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
282 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Motto
Our mission is to cultivate in each of our new learners of English the intellectual and cultural skills required for well-informed participation in our world.
School Rankings
Multicultural High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Multicultural High School is 0.13, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#4201 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
93%
31%
Black
n/a
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #19
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Multicultural High School's ranking?
Multicultural High School is ranked #4201 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Multicultural High School?
The graduation rate of Multicultural High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Multicultural High School?
282 students attend Multicultural High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
93% of Multicultural High School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Multicultural High School?
Multicultural High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Multicultural High School offer ?
Multicultural High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Multicultural High School part of?
Multicultural High School is part of New York City Geographic District #19.
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