Queens Metropolitan High School: admissions and school facts
Queens Metropolitan High School (DBN 28Q686) is a New York City public high school in Forest Hills, Queens with 2 admissions programs. Admission: District 75 inclusive services, Zoned priority. Its average SAT is 968 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 93% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 2
- Average SAT
- 968
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 93%
- College and career rate
- 74%
- Students
- 1152
- Applicants per seat
- 4–5
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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.
District 75 inclusive servicesQ39U
For students whose IEP recommends District 75 inclusive services. Your child’s IEP team can explain eligibility and how to apply.
5 seats · 26 applicants · 5 per seat
Zoned priorityQ39Z
Priority or a guarantee for students who live in the school's zone.
210 seats · 764 applicants · 4 per seat
About the school
Queens Metropolitan High School is a college preparatory school with a mission to have all its students attend and graduate from a college of their choice. In order to prepare for college, students are required to elevate their thinking in all content areas. They are frequently asked to write, defend their answers, and apply what they are learning to new situations. In addition to coursework, students take college trips and research college options to determine the college of their dreams. QMHS is an academically challenging high school with a culturally diverse student body comprising of approximately 1,050 students who are academically motivated and prepared for success. Our program focuses on Mathematics, Science, English literature, and the necessary prerequisites required by institutions of higher learning. Our students understand the value of leadership, discipline, and working...
Courses and languages
AP courses (15): African American Studies, Calculus AB, Computer Science A, Computer Science Principles, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, Pre-Calculus, Psychology, Research, Seminar, Statistics, United States Government and Politics, United States History, World History: Modern
Sports and clubs
Girls: Badminton, Basketball, Cross Country, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Volleyball
Boys: Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Volleyball, Wrestling
Co-ed: Stunt
Clubs: Art Club, Bakery Club, Black Student Union, Chess Club, Council for Unity, Culinary Club, Football Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Jewelry and Design Club, JROTC, Key Club, Knitting and Crochet Club, Metro Dance Team, Music Club, OWN Club, Ping Pong Club, Queens DA Office of Hope & Leadership, Speech & Debate Club, Video Game Club
Students
- Girls
- 47%
- English language learners
- 8%
- Students with disabilities
- 16%
- Economic need index
- 57%
- Asian
- 11%
- Black
- 3%
- Hispanic
- 50%
- White
- 33%
- Multi-racial
- 1%
- Native American
- 1%
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
- 91%
- Rigorous instruction
- 55%
- Supportive environment
- 57%
- Family and community ties
- 85%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 91-30 Metropolitan Avenue, Queens, NY 11375
- Neighborhood
- Forest Hills
- Subway
- E, F, M, R to Forest Hills-71 Av (1.0 mi)
- School hours
- 8:00 AM – 2:20 PM
- Building access
- Fully Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into Queens Metropolitan High School?
Queens Metropolitan High School admits students through: District 75 inclusive services, Zoned priority. Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is Queens Metropolitan High School?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had from 4 to 5 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at Queens Metropolitan High School?
The average SAT was 968 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 Queens Metropolitan High School?
93% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 74% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is Queens Metropolitan High School and how do you get there?
The school is at 91-30 Metropolitan Avenue, Queens. Subway: E, F, M, R to Forest Hills-71 Av (1.0 mi).
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