At a Glance
A highly-screened high school serving an overwhelmingly immigrant community with near-universal family trust in leadership
Families seeking a screened high school with strong immigrant-community roots, where ELL support is a priority and family engagement is genuinely high. Best fit for students who thrive in a structured, trusting environment — particularly those who would benefit from intensive English language development. Parents who rely on published test scores for reassurance may want to look elsewhere.
- Exceptional family trust metrics — 98% parent-principal trust is nearly unheard-of
- Zero suspensions in a district where the average is 0.25%
- Screened admissions with only 20% of applicants receiving offers
- Strong ELL support for a student body that's overwhelmingly non-native English speakers
- 100/100 program richness score — robust arts, sports, STEM, and academic offerings
- No published state test scores makes academic comparison difficult — parents won't see the usual proficiency data
- Teacher survey response count is low (20 responses), which could skew trust metrics
- With 94.9% economic need, the school serves students facing significant out-of-school challenges
- Only 2% IEP students — may not be the best fit for families seeking specialized special education services
- Screened admissions means entry is competitive — not a zoned school
Based on 2025 data
School SummaryDistrict 25
In a district with several highly-rated peer elementary schools (The Active Learning Elementary at 92/100, P.S. 079 Francis Lewis at 90/100), this high school occupies a different tier — there are no comparable high school scores in the peer list. The district averages 65% ELA and 70% math proficiency, but without this school's specific scores, direct comparison isn't possible. What is clear is that family satisfaction (94%) and teacher trust (97%) both exceed district averages, suggesting this school punches above its weight in the ways that matter to current families.
Without published state test scores, it's difficult to benchmark this school's academic performance against district averages of 65% ELA and 70% math proficiency. However, the school offers AP courses alongside ELL support — a critical resource given the student body's linguistic diversity — and the program richness score of 100/100 indicates a robust academic menu. The 24.7 average class size matches the district exactly, suggesting no particular size advantage or disadvantage.
The survey results are extraordinary: 98% of parents trust the principal, 97% trust teachers, and 94% report satisfaction with the school. Teachers are equally bullish — 98% rate instruction quality highly and 97% trust leadership. With zero suspensions and a 60% family survey response rate (well above typical), this suggests genuine community buy-in rather than skewed feedback. The day-to-day feel appears to be one of mutual respect between staff, families, and leadership.
The student body is predominantly Hispanic (63%) with a substantial Asian population (32%), reflecting the neighborhood's immigrant character. With 94.9% economic need and only 2% IEP students, this is a school serving students facing significant life challenges — yet the diversity index of 47% shows meaningful exposure across backgrounds. The near-even split between Asian and Hispanic students creates a culturally rich environment in a borough already known for diversity.
Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing is a working-class neighborhood in Queens with a median home value of $770K and 50% homeownership — suggesting long-term stability despite the 16% poverty rate. The area scores well on family density (64th percentile) and education orientation (61st percentile), meaning families with school-age children are common here. Transit access (32nd percentile) is limited compared to core Manhattan, so many students likely commute by bus or car. Safety scores are moderate at 63, with notable environmental health concerns — the neighborhood's asthma rate is high.
Families typically travel by car or public bus; the area has moderate walkability but isn't subway-adjacent, so commute times vary significantly.
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025) · 228 families responded (60% rate)
Programs & Activities
Admissions Demand
Offers a supportive yet challenging learning environment for new arrivals. All of our teachers are language teachers so that students are developing their English while learning content in every class. The curriculum is project-based and interdisciplinary so that students learn to be problem-solvers and critical thinkers. Students are supported not only in their academic learning but also their social-emotional learning through our advisory program.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Economic Need & Special Populations
Discipline
NYSED Student & Educator Database
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Flushing International High School a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for Flushing International High School yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades 9 to 12 in Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing.
- What grades does Flushing International High School serve?
- Flushing International High School serves grades 9 to 12.
- How do students get into Flushing International High School?
- Flushing International High School is a screened school — it admits by application, weighing grades, attendance, and sometimes a test or interview.
- Is Flushing International High School public, charter, or private?
- Flushing International High School is a public school in NYC Community School District 25.
- What neighborhood is Flushing International High School in?
- Flushing International High School is in Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing, Queens.
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