August Martin High School: admissions and school facts
August Martin High School (DBN 27Q400) is a New York City public high school in Springfield Gardens North, Queens with 2 admissions programs. Admission: Open. Its average SAT is 807 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 88% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 2
- Average SAT
- 807
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 88%
- College and career rate
- 45%
- Students
- 599
- Applicants per seat
- 1
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How to get in
Seats and applicants are from the DOE directory for the Fall 2025 admissions round. Rules can change: confirm them on MySchools.
OpenQ50A
Focus: Engineering
No screening by grades or tests: seats are offered by priority (borough, zone, language) and a random number.
105 seats · 91 applicants · 1 per seat
OpenQ50H
Focus: Culinary Arts
No screening by grades or tests: seats are offered by priority (borough, zone, language) and a random number.
105 seats · 60 applicants · 1 per seat
About the school
At August Martin High School, where dreams take flight, scholars learn through engaging inquiry, problem-solving, performance-based instruction, and assessment. Our interdisciplinary focus allows our scholars to be college and career ready. Our students engage in authentic interdisciplinary learning experiences which prepare them for all their future academic endeavors. The Culinary and Aviation Career pathways provide academic and technical preparation for pursuing high-demand and high-skill careers in related and growing industries. It is our mission to graduate lifelong learners who will be change agents within their communities, chosen professions, and the world.
Courses and languages
Languages: Spanish
AP courses (10): African American Studies, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Psychology, Seminar, Statistics, Studio Art - 2D, Studio Art - Drawing, United States Government and Politics, United States History
Sports and clubs
Girls: Basketball, Indoor Track, Softball
Boys: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Volleyball
Clubs: Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
Students
- Girls
- 37%
- English language learners
- 14%
- Students with disabilities
- 22%
- Economic need index
- 79%
- Asian
- 13%
- Black
- 52%
- Hispanic
- 27%
- White
- 2%
- Multi-racial
- 1%
- Native American
- 5%
What the school community says
Share of positive answers in the 2026 NYC School Survey. This is a DOE survey, not a rating from us.
- Students feel safe
- 69%
- Rigorous instruction
- 53%
- Supportive environment
- 54%
- Family and community ties
- 72%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 156-10 Baisley Boulevard, Queens, NY 11434
- Neighborhood
- Springfield Gardens North
- Bus
- Q111, Q113, Q114, Q6, Q7, QM21
- School hours
- 8:00 AM – 2:20 PM
- Building access
- Fully Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into August Martin High School?
August Martin High School admits students through: Open. Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is August Martin High School?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had 1 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at August Martin High School?
The average SAT was 807 in 2024-25, compared with a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools (DOE data, students who took the test).
What is the graduation rate at August Martin High School?
88% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 45% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is August Martin High School and how do you get there?
The school is at 156-10 Baisley Boulevard, Queens. Bus: Q111, Q113, Q114, Q6, Q7, QM21.
Other high schools nearby
Sources: NYC DOE Fall 2025 admissions directory, DOE InfoHub demographics 2025-26, SAT 2024-25, NYC School Survey. School Match is not affiliated with NYC Public Schools. How we calculate chances, and how accurate they are