At a Glance
A uniquely supportive high school where every student has an IEP — serving learners who need specialized attention in a competitive, resource-rich environment
Families with children who have IEPs and are looking for a high school where specialized support is built into the entire school culture, not tacked on. Ideal for families who value strong parent satisfaction and a zero-tolerance discipline approach, and who are comfortable with a school where every student learns differently. Less ideal for families seeking a traditional high school experience or students without IEPs.
- Every student has an IEP — the entire school is designed around specialized education needs
- Zero suspensions — an exceptionally positive discipline environment
- 97% parent satisfaction — far above district average
- College classes through LaGuardia Community College partnership
- 12+ world languages offered including Arabic, Bengali, Haitian Creole, Mandarin, and Urdu
- 12.5% admissions offer rate — competitive screened placement
- Teacher-principal trust scores are low (57%) — there may be leadership tensions staff experience
- Teacher instruction quality (86%) runs below district average — possibly reflects challenges of 100% IEP population
- Only 23 teacher survey responses — limited staff input into climate data
- IEP-focused environment may not suit students without learning differences
- The school serves a very specific population — not a general-purpose high school
Based on 2025 data
School SummaryDistrict 24
Unable to directly rank against peer schools — this is the only school in District 24 with a 100% IEP student population, making apples-to-apples comparisons difficult. The peer school list (ranging from 84 to 71/100) represents traditional elementary and middle schools, not comparable high schools serving special needs populations.
The school doesn't report state test scores publicly, but what stands out is the 90/100 program richness score — meaning students here access an unusually wide range of academic offerings including 12+ language programs, arts, STEM, and college-level classes at LaGuardia Community College. Class sizes average 24.5 students, matching the district average exactly, allowing for the individualized attention this student population needs.
Parent satisfaction is exceptional at 97% — significantly above the district average of 94% — and families report extremely high trust in both teachers (98%) and the principal (98%). However, there's a notable divide: teacher-principal trust sits at only 57%, and teacher collegial trust at 67%, suggesting some tension between leadership and staff that parents may not directly experience. Instruction quality scores 86%, slightly below the district average of 92%, which may reflect the challenges of teaching a 100% IEP student population. The discipline environment is notably strong with zero suspensions.
The student body is predominantly Hispanic (79%) with significant Asian representation (12%) and very low Black (1%) and White (7%) enrollment — reflecting Sunnyside's demographics as a gateway immigrant neighborhood. With 89% economic need index, this is a high-poverty population, and the 39% diversity index indicates relatively homogeneous grouping within the school. Nearly all students (100%) have IEPs, making this a truly specialized institution.
Sunnyside is a dense, transit-friendly Queens neighborhood known for its working-class immigrant community, modest homeownership rates (22%), and increasingly diverse population. The area scores moderately on family density (60th percentile) and has decent access to parks and community resources. Safety scores are moderate (46th percentile), and the neighborhood has seen growing interest from young families despite relatively high home values ($660K median).
The school sits near major transit lines in Queens, making it accessible by public transportation for families across the borough. Sunnyside's grid layout and pedestrian-friendly commercial corridors along Queens Boulevard make walking feasible for local families.
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025) · 166 families responded (34% rate)
Programs & Activities
Admissions Demand
Students work on projects in all classes that align to our graduation portfolio rubrics. In all classes, students learn English and build research, writing, and presentation skills through their project work. All students complete a native language project each year as well, to strengthen their native language skills. Classes are small, usually 25 students, and students work together in groups in each class.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Economic Need & Special Populations
Discipline
NYSED Student & Educator Database
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is International High School at LaGuardia Community College a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for International High School at LaGuardia Community College yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades 9 to 12 in Sunnyside.
- What grades does International High School at LaGuardia Community College serve?
- International High School at LaGuardia Community College serves grades 9 to 12.
- How do students get into International High School at LaGuardia Community College?
- International High School at LaGuardia Community College is a screened school — it admits by application, weighing grades, attendance, and sometimes a test or interview.
- Is International High School at LaGuardia Community College public, charter, or private?
- International High School at LaGuardia Community College is a public school in NYC Community School District 24.
- What neighborhood is International High School at LaGuardia Community College in?
- International High School at LaGuardia Community College is in Sunnyside, Queens.
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