New Dorp High School: admissions and school facts
New Dorp High School (DBN 31R440) is a New York City public high school in New Dorp, Staten Island with 11 admissions programs. Admission: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.), Screened, District 75 inclusive services, ASD or ACES program, Zoned guarantee. Its average SAT is 971 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 88% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 11
- Average SAT
- 971
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 88%
- College and career rate
- 64%
- Students
- 3044
- Applicants per seat
- 0–4
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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.)R20A
Focus: Teaching
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.
48 seats · 83 applicants · 2 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)R20C
Focus: Law & Government
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.
48 seats · 92 applicants · 2 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)R20E
Focus: Business
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.
48 seats · 199 applicants · 4 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)R20F
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.
48 seats · 137 applicants · 3 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)R20M
Focus: Communications
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.
48 seats · 120 applicants · 3 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)R20P
Focus: Performing Arts/Visual Art & Design
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.
48 seats · 80 applicants · 2 per seat
ScreenedR20S
Focus: Science & Math
The school ranks students by its own criteria (usually grades, sometimes attendance and tests). Seats are offered by rank within each priority group.
65 seats · 222 applicants · 3 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)R20T
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.
48 seats · 165 applicants · 3 per seat
District 75 inclusive servicesR20U
For students whose IEP recommends District 75 inclusive services. Your child’s IEP team can explain eligibility and how to apply.
0 seats · 0 applicants · under 1 per seat
ASD or ACES programR20Y
A specialized program for students with an IEP (ASD Nest, ASD Horizon or ACES). Eligibility depends on the IEP: ask the school or your IEP team.
0 seats · 0 applicants · under 1 per seat
Zoned guaranteeR20Z
Priority or a guarantee for students who live in the school's zone.
156 seats · 55 applicants · under 1 per seat
About the school
New Dorp High School is a comprehensive high school that provides a small, personalized setting for each student in one of eight Smaller Learning Communities. Our challenging learning environment, rich in instructional techniques and support services, prepares students for college and careers. Students are exposed to a challenging course curriculum, a variety of theme-based electives, many Advanced Placement (AP) courses, and a wide range of extracurricular activities and PSAL sports, helping them to become true lifelong learners.
Courses and languages
AP courses (16): Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Computer Science A, Computer Science Principles, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Microeconomics, Physics 1, Pre-Calculus, Psychology, Statistics, Studio Art - Drawing, United States Government and Politics, United States History, World History: Modern
Sports and clubs
Girls: Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball
Boys: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football, Handball, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
Co-ed: Golf, Stunt
Clubs: Algebra Club, Asian Culture Club, Baking Club, Business Club, Case Study Club, Christian Club, Coptic Orthodox Club, Computer Science Club, Creative Writing, Crochet Club, Dungeons and Dragons Club, English SAT Club, Environmental Club, Fine Arts Club, Folklórico Club, Board Game Club, Glee Club, Gay StraightAlliance, Impactful Youth Club, Interact Club, Jewish Culture Club, Key Club, Math Club, Medical Club, Philosophy Club, Physics Club, Robotics Club, SING, Society of Women Engineers, Spanish Culture Club, STEM Research Club, Students of Islam, Student Union, Ukrainian Club, Weight Training Club, Women's Empowerment Club
Students
- Girls
- 49%
- English language learners
- 8%
- Students with disabilities
- 21%
- Economic need index
- 64%
- Asian
- 22%
- Black
- 8%
- Hispanic
- 30%
- White
- 38%
- Multi-racial
- 2%
- Native American
- 0%
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
- 82%
- Rigorous instruction
- 53%
- Supportive environment
- 58%
- Family and community ties
- 79%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 465 New Dorp Lane, Staten Island, NY 10306
- Neighborhood
- New Dorp
- Subway
- SIR to New Dorp (0.6 mi); SIR to Grant City (0.7 mi)
- Bus
- S51, S76, S78, S79-SBS, S81, S86, SIM1, SIM10, SIM11, SIM1C, SIM5, SIM6, SIM7, SIM9
- School hours
- 8:00 AM – 2:20 PM
- Building access
- Partially Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into New Dorp High School?
New Dorp High School admits students through: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.), Screened, District 75 inclusive services, ASD or ACES program, Zoned guarantee. Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is New Dorp High School?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had from 0 to 4 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at New Dorp High School?
The average SAT was 971 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 New Dorp High School?
88% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 64% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is New Dorp High School and how do you get there?
The school is at 465 New Dorp Lane, Staten Island. Subway: SIR to New Dorp (0.6 mi); SIR to Grant City (0.7 mi). Bus: S51, S76, S78, S79-SBS, S81, S86, SIM1, SIM10, SIM11, SIM1C, SIM5, SIM6, SIM7, SIM9.
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