Scholars' Academy: admissions and school facts
Scholars' Academy (DBN 27Q323) is a New York City public high school in Breezy Point-Rockaway Park, Queens with one admissions program. Admission: Screened. Its average SAT is 1179 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 99% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 1
- Average SAT
- 1179
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 99%
- College and career rate
- 90%
- Students
- 1212
- Applicants per seat
- 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.
ScreenedQ72A
Focus: Humanities & Interdisciplinary
The school ranks students by its own criteria (usually grades, sometimes attendance and tests). Seats are offered by rank within each priority group.
129 seats · 504 applicants · 4 per seat
About the school
Scholars' Academy is ranked one of the Best NYC High Schools by US News and World Report. Scholars' Academy is an academically accelerated high school that prepares students for college and careers of the 21st century. Composed of multi-talented students, our diverse student body is challenged by an ambitious curriculum in English, math, science, social studies, Spanish language, technology, and the arts. Teachers work closely with students on an individual basis within a school-wide cooperative group structure to ensure their success academically, behaviorally, and socially. Students have the opportunity to engage in school events and assemblies focused on fostering positive peer bonds, increasing cultural understanding, enhancing social-emotional well being and dedicated time for reflection and enrichment. High school students follow a strict dress policy.
Courses and languages
Languages: Spanish
AP courses (14): Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Computer Science Principles, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Physics C: Mechanics, Psychology, Research, Seminar, Spanish Language and Culture, World History: Modern
Sports and clubs
Girls: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball
Boys: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Swimming, Volleyball
Co-ed: Golf, Stunt
Clubs: Astronomy Club, Business Administration Club, Chemistry Club, Cooking Club, Debate Club, Engineering Union Club, Farm Team, Fashion Club, Female Empowerment Club (FEM), Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Green Team, Journalism Club, Key Club, Math Team, Media and Livestream Team, Medical Club, Model UN, Muslim Student Association (MSA), Multicultural Club (MCC), My BrotherâÂÂs and SisterâÂÂs Keeper, Psychology Club, Robotics Club, South Asian Cultural Club (SACC), Student Government, Tech Team, Theater
Students
- Girls
- 51%
- English language learners
- 0%
- Students with disabilities
- 15%
- Economic need index
- 43%
- Asian
- 20%
- Black
- 18%
- Hispanic
- 28%
- White
- 27%
- Multi-racial
- 3%
- Native American
- 3%
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
- 92%
- Rigorous instruction
- 70%
- Supportive environment
- 67%
- Family and community ties
- 88%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 320 Beach 104Th Street, Queens, NY 11694
- Neighborhood
- Breezy Point-Rockaway Park
- Subway
- H to Beach 105th St
- Bus
- Q22, Q53-SBS, QM16
- School hours
- 8:45 AM – 3:35 PM
- Building access
- Partially Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into Scholars' Academy?
Scholars' Academy admits students through: Screened. Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is Scholars' Academy?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had 4 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at Scholars' Academy?
The average SAT was 1179 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 Scholars' Academy?
99% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 90% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is Scholars' Academy and how do you get there?
The school is at 320 Beach 104Th Street, Queens. Subway: H to Beach 105th St. Bus: Q22, Q53-SBS, QM16.
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