Townsend Harris High School

DBN 25Q525 · High School · Queens · District 25

About this school

Townsend Harris is an academically selective high school that is recognized nationally as a model of secondary education. The culturally diverse student body comprises approximately 1,100 individuals who have demonstrated evidence of high academic motivation and achievement. Our program emphasizes mastery in the humanities, mathematics, science, and classics, and requires of our students the leadership skills, discipline, and work ethic expected by the most demanding colleges and careers.

Quick stats

Enrollment

1,271

Economic need index

39.5%

Free/reduced lunch

51.0%

ELL students

0.001

SWD

0.1

Demographics

Asian0.545

Black0.053

Hispanic0.112

White0.186

Multi-racial0.016

Academic opportunities

AP courses

AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Japanese Language and Culture, AP Latin, AP Macroeconomics, AP Music Theory, AP Physics 1, AP Psychology, AP Research, AP Seminar, AP Spanish Literature and Culture, AP Statistics, AP U.S. Government and Politics, AP United States History, AP World History: Modern

All courses are honors, Advanced Placement, or college-level. Our humanities-focused curriculum includes a freshman Writing Process course.

We offer Concert Band, Chamber Music, Jazz Ensemble, & Music Theory. Advanced electives include Social Science and Science Research.

Contact & transit

Phone: 718-575-5580
Email: admissions@thhs.qc.edu
Website: www.thhs.qc.edu
Subway: N/A

Frequently asked

Where is Townsend Harris High School?

Townsend Harris High School is located at 149-11 MELBOURNE AVENUE QUEENS NY 11367 in Queens. The school's BBL is 4.0650701E+9.

What is the DBN for Townsend Harris High School?

The DBN (District Borough Number) for Townsend Harris High School is 25Q525.

How many students attend Townsend Harris High School?

Townsend Harris High School reported 1271.0 total students enrolled.

What grades does Townsend Harris High School serve?

Townsend Harris High School serves grades 9 to 12.