John Bowne High School is a public high school located in Flushing, Queens, New York City, next to Queens College, City University of New York. It has an enrollment of nearly four thousand students. The school, which opened in 1964, is named after the English immigrant John Bowne.
Serving 2,741 students in grades 9-12, John Bowne High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,741 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Bowne High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
John Bowne High School's student population of 2,741 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 209 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
2,741 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
209 teachers
Year Founded
1964
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
John Bowne High School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Bowne High School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1047 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
25%
10%
Hispanic
51%
30%
Black
13%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wildcats
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Bowne High School's ranking?
John Bowne High School is ranked #1047 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of John Bowne High School?
The graduation rate of John Bowne High School is 79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend John Bowne High School?
2,741 students attend John Bowne High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of John Bowne High School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Bowne High School?
John Bowne High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does John Bowne High School offer ?
John Bowne High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Bowne High School part of?
John Bowne High School is part of New York City Geographic District #25 School District.
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