Vanguard High School vs Stuyvesant High School
Public · Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island
Vanguard High School
Grades 09,10,11,12,SE
Public · Financial District-Battery Park City
Stuyvesant High School
Grades 09,10,11,12
Vanguard High School and Stuyvesant High School are both public schools in Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island and Financial District-Battery Park City. Vanguard High School rates higher on every metric we compare, including student diversity and parent satisfaction.
How they compare
| Metric | Vanguard High School | Stuyvesant High School |
|---|---|---|
| High school rating | — | 99/100 |
| Student diversity | 57% (leads) | 50% |
| Average class size | 26 | 26 |
| Parent satisfaction | 98/100 (leads) | 93/100 |
| Program breadth | 90/100 (leads) | 80/100 |
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Vanguard High School or Stuyvesant High School a better fit?
- Vanguard High School and Stuyvesant High School are both public schools in Upper East Side-Lenox Hill-Roosevelt Island and Financial District-Battery Park City. Vanguard High School leads on student diversity, parent satisfaction, and program breadth. The right fit depends on your child — run a Smart Match to weigh these against your family's priorities.
- What grades do Vanguard High School and Stuyvesant High School serve?
- Vanguard High School serves grades 09,10,11,12,SE; Stuyvesant High School serves grades 09,10,11,12.
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