Susan E. Wagner High School: admissions and school facts
Susan E. Wagner High School (DBN 31R460) is a New York City public high school in Todt Hill-Heartland Village, Staten Island with 10 admissions programs. Admission: Screened, Educational Option (Ed. Opt.), Audition, ASD or ACES program, Zoned guarantee. Its average SAT is 994 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 92% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 10
- Average SAT
- 994
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 92%
- College and career rate
- 70%
- Students
- 2767
- Applicants per seat
- 0–14
Free. Enter your academic group and borough, and the estimate takes your priorities into account.
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.
ScreenedR17A
Focus: Business
The school ranks students by its own criteria (usually grades, sometimes attendance and tests). Seats are offered by rank within each priority group.
20 seats · 276 applicants · 14 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)R17C
Focus: JROTC
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.
22 seats · 61 applicants · 3 per seat
ScreenedR17D
Focus: Law & Government
The school ranks students by its own criteria (usually grades, sometimes attendance and tests). Seats are offered by rank within each priority group.
25 seats · 226 applicants · 9 per seat
ScreenedR17F
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.
61 seats · 323 applicants · 5 per seat
AuditionR17G
Focus: Performing Arts
Admission is by audition or portfolio: the school reviews the child's work and ranks applications. Grades and test scores usually count for less.
65 seats · 77 applicants · 1 per seat
Audition or portfolio: Students are ranked by the school based on their auditions. Offers are made in priority group and rank order.
AuditionR17H
Focus: Visual Art & Design
Admission is by audition or portfolio: the school reviews the child's work and ranks applications. Grades and test scores usually count for less.
43 seats · 108 applicants · 3 per seat
Audition or portfolio: Students are ranked by the school based on their auditions. Offers are made in priority group and rank order.
AuditionR17J
Focus: Performing Arts
Admission is by audition or portfolio: the school reviews the child's work and ranks applications. Grades and test scores usually count for less.
47 seats · 63 applicants · 1 per seat
Audition or portfolio: Students are ranked by the school based on their auditions. Offers are made in priority group and rank order.
AuditionR17K
Focus: Performing Arts
Admission is by audition or portfolio: the school reviews the child's work and ranks applications. Grades and test scores usually count for less.
12 seats · 67 applicants · 6 per seat
Audition or portfolio: Students are ranked by the school based on their auditions. Offers are made in priority group and rank order.
ASD or ACES programR17Y
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
Who can apply: Open to students currently enrolled in the ACES (Academics, Career, and Essential Skills) program. If you are applying to ACES programs for the first time, please discuss with your IEP team, visit schools.nyc.gov/SpecializedPrograms for the application, and contact ACESprograms@schools.nyc.gov with questions.
Zoned guaranteeR17Z
Priority or a guarantee for students who live in the school's zone.
130 seats · 203 applicants · 2 per seat
About the school
Susan E. Wagner High School consists of unique small learning communities referred to as Learning Centers, and is the Chancellor's Arts Designated School for Staten Island. Each Learning Center has an assigned assistant principal, teacher coordinator, guidance counselor, dean, and attendance assistant, all of whom work together to provide a nurturing environment and a wide range of academic support services. In addition to our academic programs, our many extracurricular and co-curricular activities help to develop well-rounded, socially conscious, respectful citizens who are prepared to enter college and the work force.
Courses and languages
Languages: Spanish
AP courses (13): Biology, Calculus AB, Computer Science A, Computer Science Principles, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, Psychology, Seminar, Spanish Language and Culture, United States Government and Politics, United States History, World History: Modern
Sports and clubs
Girls: Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Flag Football, Golf, Gymnastics, Handball, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball
Boys: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football, Handball, Indoor Track, Lacrosse, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
Co-ed: Golf, Stunt
Clubs: For a listing of all Clubs and Student Activities, please visit our website at wagnerhigh.net
Students
- Girls
- 51%
- English language learners
- 6%
- Students with disabilities
- 20%
- Economic need index
- 63%
- Asian
- 24%
- Black
- 9%
- Hispanic
- 34%
- White
- 31%
- 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
- 75%
- Rigorous instruction
- 61%
- Supportive environment
- 60%
- Family and community ties
- 77%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 1200 Manor Road, Staten Island, NY 10314
- Neighborhood
- Todt Hill-Heartland Village
- Bus
- S54, S57
- School hours
- 8:10 AM – 2:30 PM
- Building access
- Fully Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into Susan E. Wagner High School?
Susan E. Wagner High School admits students through: Screened, Educational Option (Ed. Opt.), Audition, 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 Susan E. Wagner High School?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had from 0 to 14 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at Susan E. Wagner High School?
The average SAT was 994 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 Susan E. Wagner High School?
92% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 70% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is Susan E. Wagner High School and how do you get there?
The school is at 1200 Manor Road, Staten Island. Bus: S54, S57.
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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