Queens High School for Information, Research, and Technology

Queens High School for Information, Research, and Technology is a small, student-centered high school in Far Rockaway, Queens, serving grades 9-12. The school emphasizes a challenging academic program focused on information, research, and technology, and operates as a Community School, partnering with local organizations to support students holistically. Parents consistently report very high satisfaction with the school and its family relationships, describing a welcoming environment where teachers are supportive and caring, often feeling like a "second home". Teachers also report high satisfaction and confidence in school leadership. The school offers rigorous coursework, including SUNY Albany University in the High School, Advanced Placement (AP) classes, and CUNY College Now courses, alongside Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs in Digital Media Marketing and Robotics. The four-year graduation rate of 88% is slightly below the citywide median, and college enrollment at 64.2% is near the citywide median. However, Regents pass rates in subjects like Geometry (8.8%), Algebra I (37.4%), Chemistry (27.3%), and Living Environment (24.6%) are notably low, indicating significant academic challenges in these areas. While students generally feel safe and supported by safety agents, a notable percentage of students report concerns regarding bullying, physical fights, alcohol/drug use, and gang activity within the school environment.