Queens Collegiate: A College Board School

Queens Collegiate: A College Board School, serving grades 6-12, is known for its holistic approach to education, aiming to prepare students for college and careers within a supportive environment. Housed in the historic Jamaica High School Campus, the school offers a broad curriculum that integrates academic subjects with a strong emphasis on arts and physical education, including instrumental music, theater, and visual arts. Academically, middle school students demonstrate ELA proficiency slightly above the citywide median, and the school is noted for fostering significant growth in students who enter with weaker academic skills. For high schoolers, the graduation rate is at the citywide median, and college enrollment is slightly above average, supported by access to multiple AP and college-credited courses. The school emphasizes regular family communication and offers extensive after-school activities and PSAL sports due to its campus location. While parents generally report positive experiences with communication and school events, some student feedback indicates concerns regarding conflict resolution, bullying, and the availability of mental health support.