George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences: admissions and school facts
George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences (DBN 29Q272) is a New York City public high school in Springfield Gardens North, Queens with 3 admissions programs. Admission: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.). Its average SAT is 859 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 83% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 3
- Average SAT
- 859
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 83%
- College and career rate
- 49%
- Students
- 380
- 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.
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)Q45A
Focus: Animal Science
Educational Option: the school takes students of mixed levels. About 16% of seats go to high-scoring students, 68% to mid-range and 16% to lower-scoring; a random number decides within each category.
28 seats · 40 applicants · 1 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)Q45B
Focus: Health Professions
Educational Option: the school takes students of mixed levels. About 16% of seats go to high-scoring students, 68% to mid-range and 16% to lower-scoring; a random number decides within each category.
28 seats · 19 applicants · 1 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)Q45C
Focus: Science & Math
Educational Option: the school takes students of mixed levels. About 16% of seats go to high-scoring students, 68% to mid-range and 16% to lower-scoring; a random number decides within each category.
21 seats · 21 applicants · 1 per seat
About the school
The mission of our school is to provide students with an in-depth, well-rounded education that emphasizes science and mathematics. Classroom teaching and learning are complemented with authentic, inquiry-based research experiences. The combination of research and teaching experience prepares students to become critical-thinkers and problem-solvers who pursue careers in biological sciences, physical sciences, mathematics, engineering, and veterinary sciences. The emotional and social well-being of our student body is nurtured through restorative practices, academic and post secondary counseling, internships, community service, in a small and personalized learning community.
Courses and languages
Languages: Spanish
AP courses (8): Biology, Computer Science Principles, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Pre-Calculus, Psychology, Statistics, United States History
Sports and clubs
Girls: Basketball, Flag Football, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball
Boys: Baseball, Basketball, Football, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Wrestling
Co-ed: Cricket, Stunt
Students
- Girls
- 63%
- English language learners
- 12%
- Students with disabilities
- 19%
- Economic need index
- 74%
- Asian
- 6%
- Black
- 65%
- Hispanic
- 25%
- White
- 1%
- Multi-racial
- 1%
- Native American
- 2%
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
- 83%
- Rigorous instruction
- 62%
- Supportive environment
- 61%
- Family and community ties
- 85%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 143-10 Springfield Boulevard, Queens, NY 11413
- Neighborhood
- Springfield Gardens North
- Bus
- Q3, Q77, Q85
- School hours
- 8:10 AM – 2:30 PM
- Building access
- Fully Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences?
George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences admits students through: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.). Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences?
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 George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences?
The average SAT was 859 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 George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences?
83% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 49% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences and how do you get there?
The school is at 143-10 Springfield Boulevard, Queens. Bus: Q3, Q77, Q85.
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