High School for Arts and Business

The High School for Arts and Business in Queens is recognized for its strong academic outcomes and a supportive, community-oriented environment. The school boasts an impressive 97.0% four-year graduation rate, which is well above the citywide median, and a college enrollment rate of 76.6%, placing it near the top quartile of NYC schools. Students benefit from a curriculum that integrates career exploration in the arts, business, sciences, and humanities, with opportunities for Advanced Placement courses offered to all students. Regents exam pass rates are particularly strong in US History, Global History, Algebra II, and Languages Other Than English. Parents consistently report very high satisfaction with the school, praising its welcoming atmosphere and dedicated teachers. The school is known for its tight-knit, family-like community where students and teachers form strong relationships. While some Regents scores in science subjects are lower, and some student feedback points to areas for improvement in the physical environment and academic engagement, the school maintains a safe climate with a 0.0% suspension rate. The school, which once occupied a former bowling alley, received a significant upgrade with the installation of windows in 2011. It offers a variety of extracurriculars, including PSAL sports and a Virtual Enterprise program.