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Academy Of American Studies High School

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Academy of American Studies High School serves grades 9-12 at 28-01 41St Avenue Long Island City, NY. This public school is ruled and regulated by District #30 whom strives to set high standards of education for its students. The school applies common philosophies set forth by the school community which is to provide students a sound environment for educational excellence that will develop the skills, attitudes, knowledge and values to become contributing members of society. New York educators encourage individual excellence by students of all ages so that they may gain a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and work.

The teachers make every effort to incorporate literacy learning in all areas of learning: social studies, science, math, health, physical education, and the arts. Parents with children attending this public School enjoy the, caring, dedicated teachers, and the desire of the school for parent involvement. The school applies common philosophies set forth by the school community which is to provide students a sound environment for educational excellence that will develop the skills, attitudes, knowledge and values to become contributing members of society.

Officials work to ensure the curriculum is continually being reviewed, evaluated, and adjusted to meet the needs of students. Additionally, staff analyzes state and local test results as a means of changing curriculum and instruction. Technology integration and activities that provide opportunities for problem solving, students at every grade level gradually become accountable for their own learning.


Overview

Academy Of American Studies High School

New York City District #30

28-01 41St Avenue
Long Island City, NY 11101

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Large City (City: Large)

718-361-8786 (Phone)

Serving Grades: 9-12

Principal: Ellen Sherman

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Student Enrollment Information

9th10th11th12thUngraded
Secondary
14619315210413

Additional Student Information

Total Students
608
Attendance Rate
93%
Suspensions
5
Year Statistics Were Compiled
2005
Student / Teacher Ratio
19
Free Lunch
259
Reduced Lunch
107
Student Ethnicities

Student Gender

Staff Information

Full Time Principals
1
Full Time Assistant Principals
2
Other Full Time Professional Staff
3
Full Time Teachers
33
Part Time Principals
0
Part Time Assistant Principals
0
Part Time Teachers
0
Other Part Time Professional Staff
0

Adequate Yearly Progress Decisions

Sub-Group Names
Satisfactory
School Year
Subject:High School English Language Arts
All Students
Yes
2006
Hispanic Or Latino
Yes
2006
White
Yes
2006
Economically Disadvantaged
Yes
2006
Subject:High School Graduation Rate
All Students
Yes
2006
Hispanic Or Latino
Yes
2006
Asian Or Pacific Islander
Yes
2006
White
Yes
2006
Economically Disadvantaged
Yes
2006
Subject:High School Math
All Students
Yes
2006
Hispanic Or Latino
Yes
2006
White
Yes
2006
Economically Disadvantaged
Yes
2006

Regents Results

Subject
Year
# Tested
Percent Passing
 
Earth Science
2006
107
 
86.9%
English
2006
154
 
92.9%
French
2006
21
 
95.2%
Global Hist & Geography
2006
179
 
78.2%
Living Environment
2006
148
 
87.2%
Math A
2006
144
 
87.5%
Math B
2006
93
 
49.5%
Chemistry
2006
70
 
94.3%
Spanish
2006
76
 
98.7%
US History and Govt
2006
155
 
89.0%

Graduation Information

Group
High School Graduate
Regents Diplomas
Advanced Regents Diplomas
IEP / Local Certificates
Year
All Students
110
105 (95%)
49 (44%)
0
2006
General Education
107
102 (95%)
49 (45%)
0
2006
Students With Disabilities
3
3 (1%)
0 (0%)
0
2006
All Students
113
54 (47%)
5 (04%)
0
2005
General Education
112
53 (47%)
5 (04%)
0
2005
Students With Disabilities
1
1 (1%)
0 (0%)
0
2005
All Students
91
49 (53%)
0 (0%)
0
2004
General Education
90
48 (53%)
0 (0%)
0
2004
Students With Disabilities
1
1 (1%)
0 (0%)
0
2004
Number of high school students planning to attend 4 year colleges In New York State1 (00%)
Number of high school students planning to attend 4 year colleges Outside of New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school students planning to attend 2 year colleges In New York State2 (01%)
Number of high school students planning to attend 2 year colleges Outside of New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school students planning to attend Post Secondary institutions In New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school students planning to attend Post Secondary institutions Outside of New York State0 (0%)
Number of high school graduates who plan to enroll in the Military1 (00%)
Number of high school graduates who plan to pursue employment0 (00%)
Number of high school graduates with disabilities who plan to attend vocational rehabilitation programs.0 (0%)
Number of high school graduates with a known plan not specified above.106 (96%)
Number of high school graduates whose plans do not fit the above categories or are unknown.0 (0%)

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201-866-7500
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201-420-2346
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