Queens High School for Language Studies

Queens High School for Language Studies is a small, close-knit high school in Flushing, Queens, known for its strong emphasis on Mandarin Chinese language and culture. The school aims for all students to become bilingual in English and Mandarin, offering a challenging core curriculum with an expectation of achieving an Advanced Regents diploma. The school boasts a high 94% graduation rate, which is well above the citywide median, and a strong college enrollment rate of 73.5%, also above the citywide median. Regents pass rates are notably strong in US History, Global History, and Earth/Space Sciences, though Geometry and Algebra I show lower proficiency. Parents and students consistently describe a supportive and nurturing atmosphere with dedicated and accessible teachers, fostering strong relationships. Students generally report feeling safe, and bullying is considered rare. The school is housed in a renovated historic landmark building, the Flushing High School Campus, which features distinctive architectural elements like stained glass windows and gargoyles. While sharing facilities with other schools, it maintains a distinct identity and a unique bilingual learning environment. Parent sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, praising the strong teacher-student connections and college readiness support.