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New Dorp High School

465 NEW DORP LANE

At a Glance

A large screened high school with eight career-themed academies and zero suspensions

Best suited for

Families who want a structured, career-pathway high school and whose teens are ready for the screened-admissions process — ideally students with a clear interest in one of the eight academies (from forensics to fine arts) and who'll thrive in a large, organized environment.

Overall Rating

62
Approaching
Not MeetingApproachingMeetingExceeding
4-year graduation87
English Regents 70+47
Regents completion53

Rating = average of 4-year graduation, English Regents college-ready and Regents completion · DOE 2025 report

Bands are Motley's thresholds on a 0–100 scale, not New York State performance levels.

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What stands out

  • Zero suspensions across 3,178 students — remarkable for a high school this size
  • Eight themed career academies with extremely competitive admissions (7.7%–16.7% offer rates)
  • Perfect 100/100 program richness score spanning arts, STEM, forensics, debate, mock trial, and more
  • Parent-principal trust at 95% — among the strongest in the dataset
  • Rare combination of large enrollment with a calm, structured climate

Things to consider

  • At 3,178 students, this is a very large high school — not the right fit if your teen prefers a smaller community
  • PTA fundraising is just $4 per student, far below the $141 district average — limited parent fundraising muscle
  • Teacher-rated instruction quality (88%) sits below the district average (93%)
  • Family survey response rate is only 29%, so high satisfaction scores reflect a self-selected group of engaged families
  • Screened admissions mean acceptance is not guaranteed, especially for the most popular academies

Based on 2025 data

School SummaryDistrict 31

New Dorp is the flagship large screened high school in District 31 (Staten Island). The peer schools shown here are elementary feeders with strong program scores — a reminder that New Dorp serves students who've already cleared earlier admissions steps. Within Staten Island's high school landscape, its themed academies are among the most in-demand options in the borough.

Academics

Steady

New Dorp runs a screened-admissions model that channels students into themed academies like the Math & Science Institute (9.1% offer rate), Institute of Forensic Science & Criminology (7.7% offer rate), and Corporate Center for Business & Technology (10% offer rate). The school offers AP courses across multiple subjects and earns a perfect 100/100 program richness score, reflecting deep elective offerings in arts, STEM, world languages, and career-pathway clubs like Mock Trial, Moot Court, and Virtual Enterprise. The sheer volume of applicants per seat — nearly 14-to-1 for the Math & Science Institute — suggests families see strong academic preparation here, even though school-specific proficiency scores weren't included in this snapshot.

Culture

moderate

The standout number is zero suspensions — exceptional for a school of 3,178 students and a sharp contrast to the district average suspension rate of about 0.4%. Parent trust is exceptionally strong (94% trust in teachers, 95% trust in the principal), and overall parent satisfaction is 91%. Teacher-rated instruction quality is 88%, a notch below the district's 93%, worth probing if classroom experience matters to you. Between the zero suspensions and the trust scores, the day-to-day feel reads as structured and orderly rather than punitive.

Community

With 3,178 students, New Dorp is one of Staten Island's largest high schools and draws from across District 31. The student body is 48% White, 28% Hispanic, 13% Asian, and 10% Black — a diversity index of 70% that mirrors the borough's mixed demographics rather than any single neighborhood. Twenty-three percent of students have IEPs and the school runs ELL support, indicating genuine inclusion across learning needs and language backgrounds.

Neighborhood

Miller Field

The school sits in the Miller Field area of Staten Island, where 55% of households include children and roughly two-thirds of adults hold a bachelor's degree. The surrounding community skews educated and family-oriented, which fits well with New Dorp's college-prep academies. This is suburban Staten Island rather than a walk-to-school Manhattan setting — most families will arrive by car or bus.

Subway access is via the SIR: Grant City station is about a 12-minute walk, New Dorp station about 13 minutes, and Jefferson Avenue about 18 minutes. Most families will drive, carpool, or take the school bus.

Survey Results

Family Feedback
Satisfaction
91%
Teacher Trust
94%
Principal Trust
95%
Relationships
n/a
Teacher Perspective
Instruction
88%
Principal Trust
86%
Collegial Trust
83%
Safety
n/a

NYC School Survey (2025) · 835 families responded (29% rate)

Programs & Activities

Academic(3)
AP CoursesMathScience
Arts(5)
BandChorusDanceDramaPhotography
Sports(20)
BaseballBasketballBowlingCheerleadingCross CountryFitnessFlag FootballFootballGolfGymnasticsHandballIndoor TrackLacrosseOutdoor TrackSoccerSoftballStuntTennisVolleyballWrestling
STEM(2)
Math TeamRobotics
Language(3)
ELL SupportItalianSpanish
Clubs & Activities(34)
Anti-BullyingColor GuardCommunity ServiceConflict ResolutionCulture ClubsDebateFirst Aid/CprForensicsGameGender & Sexuality Alliance (Gsa)GleeGraphic DesignGreen CubHip-HopInteractIpo/Stock MarketJournalismK WaveKey ClubLearnMock TrialMoodys Mega MathMoot CourtNhsNyscefPing-PongS!NgSaturday SchoolStage DesignStudent GovernmentTutoringVirtual EnterpriseWritingYearbook

Admissions Demand

The Academy of Education and LeadershipHighly Competitive

Students will experience a broad range of career options such as teaching, school counseling, paraprofessional services, special education, speech pathology and other educational career options. Instruction includes: Classroom management strategies, early intervention services, lesson planning, the use of technology and more. Students are enrolled in college-accredited courses through St John's University. Internships in junior and senior years. Community service, trips, and college visits.

Seats55
Applicants321
Apps/Seat5.8
Offer Rate16.7%
Fill Raten/a
Law Institute & AFJROTCHighly Competitive

This program provides students with rigorous electives in law and history. Skills such as public speaking, research, and legal writing are emphasized. The program includes Moot Court, Mock Trial and Debate teams, use of school courtroom, and internship opportunities. AFJROTC focuses on Air Force values such as community service, physical fitness and knowledge of space exploration, aerospace, and flight. The program includes opportunities for flight training, drone piloting, and certification.

Seats55
Applicants482
Apps/Seat8.8
Offer Rate11.1%
Fill Raten/a
Corporate Center for Business & TechnologyHighly Competitive

A challenging program that exposes students to two strands: the Virtual Enterprise (VE) program, a NYS-Approved CTE sequence, a global business simulation that offers students a competitive edge through project-based, collaborative learning and the development of 21st century skills in entrepreneurship, global business, communication, and personal finance; and the Software Engineering Pilot (SEP) Program, which exposes students to topics such as computer science, gaming, and web design.

Seats55
Applicants560
Apps/Seat10.2
Offer Rate10%
Fill Raten/a
Institute of Health SciencesHighly Competitive

This is a rigorous program that will prepare students for college as well as a career in the health care profession. As a member of the Institute of Health Sciences, students will develop academic and practical skills that will enable them to be successful learners in a diverse society. Some of the potential careers may include athletic training and physical therapy. Senior internships will focus on physical therapy, sports rehabilitation and assessing human movement.

Seats55
Applicants590
Apps/Seat10.7
Offer Rate9.1%
Fill Raten/a
Academy of Communication and Media ArtsHighly Competitive

In this Digital Media-approved CTE program, students explore and utilize various forms of media such as graphic illustration, video production, journalism, and web design. With a major focus on hands-on instruction, this program prepares students for relevant college majors with exposure to careers in all areas of media. Students have opportunities to participate in internships in the media industry.

Seats55
Applicants506
Apps/Seat9.2
Offer Rate11.1%
Fill Raten/a
Academy of Fine and Dramatic ArtsHighly Competitive

A 4-year rigorous academic program with an emphasis on the Arts. Majors include: Fine Arts, Theatre, Fashion Design, Dance, and Vocal Music, with Beginner, intermediate and advanced courses in each. Platforms to showcase student talents and opportunities for internships offered. Theatre and Dance majors are eligible to receive an Arts Endorsed Diploma. Fine Arts majors are eligible to students enrolled in AP Studio Art and earn college credits. Emphasis on building a portfolio for college and career.

Seats55
Applicants403
Apps/Seat7.3
Offer Rate14.3%
Fill Raten/a
Math & Science InstituteHighly Competitive

This STEM-focused Honors Program prepares students for a variety of STEM careers in medical science, computer science, applied mathematics, and engineering. Students are provided the opportunity to think critically, solve authentic problems, and hone their investigative research skills. An Advanced Regents Diploma and a minimum of four college courses is mandated. Program includes: leadership development, internships, regional/national competitions, professional conferences, and field trips.

Seats72
Applicants795
Apps/Seat11.0
Offer Rate9.1%
Fill Raten/a
Institute of Forensic Science & CriminologyHighly Competitive

This program provides students with rigorous coursework, internships, and experiences to prepare them for college. Students will learn to process a crime scene, analyze evidence, examine the criminal justice system, and apply principles of criminal psychology. Courses will expose students to skills needed to begin forensic science related careers, but will also provide a breadth of knowledge with wide-ranging applications in many college and career pathways.

Seats56
Applicants735
Apps/Seat13.1
Offer Rate7.7%
Fill Raten/a

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

Diverse
28%Hispanic/Latino
10%Black
48%White
13%Asian

NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23

PTA Fundraising

2024-25
$11,549
total raised
$4
per student

Source: DOE Local Law 171 disclosure

Discipline

0suspensions

NYSED Student & Educator Database

Economic Need & Special Populations

Economic Need Index
58.5%
IEP Students
23.3%

How to get in, step by step

High school (9th grade)

High school is one citywide application, made in 8th grade. New Dorp High School admits through 9 programs, and each one has its own admissions method:

  • Academy of Communication and Media ArtsEd. Opt.
  • Academy of Fine and Dramatic ArtsEd. Opt.
  • Corporate Center for Software Engineering & Virtual EnterpriseEd. Opt.68 seats
  • Future Teachers' AcademyEd. Opt.68 seats
  • Institute of Forensic ScienceEd. Opt.68 seats
  • Institute of Health SciencesEd. Opt.
  • Law Institute & AFJROTCEd. Opt.
  • Math & Science InstituteScreened
  • ZonedZoned

High school application

Opened
Tue, Oct 6
Closes
Fri, Dec 4
Offers
Wed, Mar 3

The DOE’s published dates.

  1. 1Apply on MySchools during the high school application, in 8th grade.
  2. 2Screened programs rank the 7th-grade core-course average, so last year's final grades are the ones that count.
  3. 3Educational Option programs fill in equal shares across three reading levels, half by the school's ranking and half by lottery.
  4. 4Zoned programs give priority to students who live in the zone — a priority, not a guaranteed seat.
  5. 5Rank programs in true preference order — the match places your child in the highest-ranked one that offers a seat.

ASD Horizon

New Dorp High School runs an ASD Horizon program (R20Y), listed in the DOE high school directory.

ASD Nest and ASD Horizon are special education programs inside regular district schools, for some students whose IEP carries an autism classification. Both teach the same New York State standards as every other public school.

ASD Horizon runs a special class of at most eight autistic students, with one special education teacher and one paraprofessional (8:1+1), plus weekly group sessions on social communication.

Program descriptions: NYC Public Schools' Autism Family Resource Guide (last updated January 9, 2025).

A seat starts with your child's IEP team: ask them whether a program fits and how to apply.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is New Dorp High School a good school?
On Motley, New Dorp High School earns an overall rating of 62/100 — the average of the school's four-year graduation rate, the share of its students scoring college-ready (70+) on the English Regents, and its Regents completion rate, shown out of 100.
What grades does New Dorp High School serve?
New Dorp High School serves grades 9 to 12.
How do students get into New Dorp High School?
New Dorp High School is a screened school — it admits by application, ranking applicants on their course grades (4th grade for middle school, the 7th-grade core-course average for high school); a few schools add an assessment, writing sample, or interview.
Is New Dorp High School public, charter, or private?
New Dorp High School is a public school in NYC Community School District 31.
What neighborhood is New Dorp High School in?
New Dorp High School is in Miller Field, Staten Island.