Middle College High School at LaGuardia Community College

Middle College High School at LaGuardia Community College offers a distinctive early college experience, allowing students to take college courses and earn credits while still in high school, with an expectation to graduate with a minimum of 24 college hours. Located on the LaGuardia Community College campus in Long Island City, the school provides a personalized environment and is recognized for its success in preparing students for higher education. The school demonstrates strong outcomes, with a 95% four-year graduation rate, which is well above the citywide median, and an exceptional 87.5% college enrollment rate, significantly exceeding the citywide median. English Regents pass rates are also high at 93%. Parents report overwhelmingly positive experiences, and student surveys indicate a very safe and supportive school climate. While the early college model is highly praised, some feedback suggests limited extracurricular activities and sports due to the school's small size, and a few reviews mention concerns about the academic rigor of high school-level courses in preparing students for college-level test-taking.