Susan E. Wagner High School

Susan E. Wagner High School is a large public high school in Staten Island, serving grades 9-12, and is recognized as the Chancellor's Arts Designated School for Staten Island. The school is structured around unique "Learning Centers," which aim to provide a nurturing environment and academic support for its diverse student body. Parents generally report a positive experience, highlighting a wide range of opportunities including sports, clubs, and extracurricular activities. The school boasts a strong 4-year graduation rate of 89%, which is near the citywide median, and its college enrollment rate of 71.5% is above the citywide median. Regents pass rates are notably strong in English (90.6%) and Languages Other Than English (99%), as well as in Algebra II, US History, and Global History, though some science and math Regents scores are lower. Susan E. Wagner offers rigorous academic pathways, including the Scholars' Academy, Law & Politics Institute, and Academy of Finance, complemented by a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Parents praise the responsive and encouraging staff and an excellent art program, noting the school's significant improvements over the years. Students appreciate the school's diversity and the ease of accessing help for both academic and personal challenges. While the school is larger than its original design capacity, leading to some crowding, most students report feeling safe.