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Academy of American Studies

Public | 9-12 | 704 students

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Posted October 31, 2010

Language learners with a passion for learning languages and American History
—Submitted by a parent


Posted November 2, 2009

Omg Academy is awesome the teachers are amazing and helpful, the trips are informative and fun and you really get an in depth view into history!
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 31, 2009

Its an amazing school... amazing leadership, we all stick together! Teachers are our bestfriends. They dont give up on us. I love Academy of American Studies!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 12, 2009

Academy has a small close school environment. Its like attending a surbanian high school in the city!
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Posted October 3, 2009

this school is the best experiance ever. i learn so many things everyday about myself and others. the enviroment is great. everything about the school is a good influence on the students.
—Submitted by a student


Posted October 1, 2009

Cause of all the teachers faculty the students and the great learning environment
—Submitted by a parent


Posted October 1, 2009

It's a very small but intimate school. All the teachers are kind and show concern about each and every student. I only have great things to say about my school. They would never turn away a student that needs help. Academy's teachers are like no other. They make learning fun and exciting. I love Academy of American Studies!!
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 29, 2009

There are no word to express the dedication and professionalism and enthusiasm of everyone at the Academy of American Studies, from the staff/administrators and students. All who visit the school are welcomed with open arms. My son, this might sound a little strange, can wait for the summer to be over so that he can go back to the Academy of American Studies, where he has made wonderful new friends in every grade in the school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 29, 2009

The teachers are great and the environment is better then anyone could ask for
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 29, 2009

I love everything about Academy of American Studies. I call it Cheers, everyone knows you name. It is a wonderful learning and social environment for its students. It is superior academically and the administration and staff care so about their students that it warms my heart.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 29, 2009

I'm a freshman and I'm already in love with this school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 29, 2009

because it has the best learning environment
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Posted September 29, 2009

The school allows me to know what is going on. It is very easy for me to contact school officials. It is a great school
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 29, 2009

the size of the school, the dedication of the teachers and the academic advantages each student receives makes you hunger for more learning
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 29, 2009

because it has a variety of programs from a debate team to theatre, to writing clubs, to environmental clubs
—Submitted by a student


Posted September 29, 2009

our school really dives into things that are needed for college. let it be preps for sat,or even to little things as to how you should write a well organized essay in college. i also really love how our school is so small that the teachers know the students and vice versa which, in my opinion is really great.
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Posted September 29, 2009

The Academy is a very good school,even though we are not our own building, we are all very together, the teachers are always there to help you when you need it, they teach with enthusiasm and are fun. We are offered great programs and i never felt left out of anything, i have been learning to get more involved with school stuff thanks to the support of teachers, and the people from the academy. And most importantly it gets you ready for college as best as it can...I love my school.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted September 28, 2009

Academy of American Studies has the best enviorment for a teen to grow into a responsible adult and great education at the same time , Im glad I was one of the chosen few to attend this school
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Posted September 28, 2009

My school is great because every student feels at home there! It is a small school with a great environment to learn!hehehe
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Posted September 28, 2009

I got a good education and had a great time! I made great friends and the teachers are so caring and make the lessons both interesting and easy to understand.
—Submitted by a student


Community ratings and reviews do not represent the views of GreatSchools nor does GreatSchools check their accuracy or verify the reviewers' identities. Use your discretion when evaluating these reviews.

About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Algebra 2/Trigonometry

The state average for Algebra 2/Trigonometry was 64% in 2011.

111 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
77%
Chemistry

The state average for Chemistry was 78% in 2011.

98 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
75%
Earth Science

The state average for Earth Science was 72% in 2011.

152 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
75%
English

The state average for English was 85% in 2011.

168 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
96%
French

The state average for French was 95% in 2011.

17 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%
Geometry

The state average for Geometry was 75% in 2011.

150 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
87%
Global History and Geography

The state average for Global History and Geography was 70% in 2011.

217 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
86%
Integrated Algebra

The state average for Integrated Algebra was 73% in 2011.

173 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
92%
Italian

The state average for Italian was 98% in 2011.

2011

 
 
n/a
Living Environment

The state average for Living Environment was 81% in 2011.

176 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
90%
Physics

The state average for Physics was 79% in 2011.

12 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
100%
Spanish

The state average for Spanish was 94% in 2011.

123 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
98%
U.S. History and Government

The state average for U.S. History and Government was 80% in 2011.

156 students were tested at this school in 2011.

2011

 
 
89%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2010-2011 New York used the New York State Regents Examinations to test high school students in english language arts, math, global history and geography, US history and government, living environment, chemistry, earth science, physics and several foreign languages. The results for english language arts, math, living environment, chemistry, earth science, physics, global history and geography, US history and government, french, italian, and spanish are displayed in GreatSchools profiles. Students must take at least five Regents Exams in order to graduate. Scores of 65 and above are passing; scores of 55 and above earn credit toward a local diploma (with the approval of the local board of education). The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

Algebra 2/Trigonometry

All Students77%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Chemistry

All Students75%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population75%

Earth Science

All Students75%
Students with disabilities47%
General population78%

English

All Students96%
Students with disabilities84%
General population97%

French

All Students100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population100%

Geometry

All Students87%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Global History and Geography

All Students86%
Students with disabilities52%
General population90%

Integrated Algebra

All Students92%
Students with disabilities63%
General population96%

Italian

All Studentsn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

Living Environment

All Students90%
Students with disabilities65%
General population93%

Physics

All Students100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General population100%

Spanish

All Students98%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
General populationn/a

U.S. History and Government

All Students89%
Students with disabilities50%
General population94%
Scale: % passing

About the tests


In 2010-2011 New York used the New York State Regents Examinations to test high school students in english language arts, math, global history and geography, US history and government, living environment, chemistry, earth science, physics and several foreign languages. The results for english language arts, math, living environment, chemistry, earth science, physics, global history and geography, US history and government, french, italian, and spanish are displayed in GreatSchools profiles. Students must take at least five Regents Exams in order to graduate. Scores of 65 and above are passing; scores of 55 and above earn credit toward a local diploma (with the approval of the local board of education). The goal is for all students to pass the tests.

The different student groups are identified by the New York Department of Education. If there are fewer than 5 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York State Education Department

In 2009-2010, this school was given a grade of "A" for the high school level.

About the tests


Progress Report Grades measure the school's contribution to student learning in three areas: School Environment, Student Performance and Student Progress. Schools can receive additional credit for achieving exemplary performance progress among high-needs students. Progress Report Grades range from A to F.

See New York's state standards

Source: New York City Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Asian/Pacific Islander 32% 8%
Hispanic 32% 21%
White 25% 51%
Black 10% 19%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 54%N/A44%
Limited English proficient 6%N/A7%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Graduation rate

  This school District averageState average
All Students 89%N/A76%
Female 88%N/A79%
Male 91%N/A71%
Asian or Native Hawaiian/other Pacific Islander 90%N/A81%
Black or African American 71%N/A61%
Hispanic or Latino 86%N/A59%
White 97%N/A86%
Economically disadvantaged 93%N/A65%
Not economically disadvantaged 86%N/A80%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 18N/A13
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Teacher experience

  This school District averageState average
Fewer than 3 years experience 11%N/A10%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher education levels

  This school District averageState average
Master's degree and above 19%N/A33%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008

Teacher credentials

  This school District averageState average
Teachers with no valid teaching certificate 6%N/A5%
Source: NYSED, 2007-2008
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28-01 41st Ave
Long Island City, NY 11101
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Phone: (718) 361-8786

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