High School for Environmental Studies

The High School for Environmental Studies in Manhattan offers a distinctive educational experience, emphasizing environmental integrity, social equity, and economic prosperity through hands-on, collaborative learning. The school is housed in a historic former Fox Film movie studio, a legacy honored through its film and media studio and related electives. It is recognized as an above-average public high school, providing a well-rounded experience with a wide array of classes and extracurricular activities, including arts, media, food science, hydroponics, and robotics. The school demonstrates strong outcomes, with a graduation rate of 92.0%, which is above the citywide median, and an impressive college enrollment rate of 81.6%, well above the citywide 75th percentile. Parents generally report positive experiences, praising the school's diversity, dedicated teachers, and responsive administration. However, some student feedback indicates concerns regarding safety, with reports of fights and bullying, and some teachers being perceived as overwhelmed or disrespectful. Additionally, Regents pass rates in subjects like Physics, Geometry, and Algebra I are areas of concern.