Queens High School of Teaching, Liberal Arts and the Sciences

The school's academic performance sits somewhat below the district 26 averages — ELA proficiency is notably lower than the district's 75.8% and math falls short of the 80.2% district average. However, with an average class size of 25.5 (matching the district exactly) and 17% of students receiving IEP services, the school appears to be serving a population with higher academic needs than the district average. The Teaching Institute program and AP course offerings provide pathways for college-bound students, though the school doesn't appear to have disclosed specific AP pass rates or advanced Regents outcomes.

This is where the school distinguishes itself. Parent satisfaction sits at 87%, with parent-principal trust at a standout 91% — remarkably high and rare among NYC high schools. Teacher instruction quality scores 87%, and teacher collegial trust is 76%. However, teacher-principal trust comes in lower at 70%, which suggests some tension between staff and leadership that parents might want to inquire about during visits. The school has zero suspensions — below the already-low district average of 0.1% — indicating effective behavioral management or a student population that doesn't generate disciplinary incidents. The family survey response rate of 9% is low, so these positive numbers represent a subset of families.

The student body is notably diverse: nearly half (49%) of students are Black, with Asian and Hispanic students each representing 20%, and only 5% White. The diversity index of 71% reflects this heterogeneous mix. With an economic need index of 51.3% — meaning just over half of students face economic challenges — the school serves a population that includes both middle-class families and those navigating financial hardship. The 17% IEP population is on par with district averages. The neighborhood itself is stable and affluent: median household income is $103,818 with only 8.3% poverty, and 69.9% of residents own their homes — creating a contrast between the school's economically diverse enrollment and its surrounding community's relative affluence.

Bellerose is a quiet, residential Queens neighborhood known for tree-lined streets and single-family homes. The area scores 75.1 for safety, which is solid for NYC, and 96.55 for stability — reflecting long-term residents and established community. Education orientation scores 81.23, indicating a community that values schools. Transit access is limited (21.46 score), so most students likely commute by car or bus. The neighborhood has a low poverty rate (8.3%) and high homeownership (69.9%), though only 22.7% of households have children — making this school a destination for families who choose to live here specifically for the educational options.

With a transit score of just 21.46, Bellerose is not a walkable neighborhood by NYC standards. Most families drive or rely on school buses, and students from outside the immediate area likely have longer commutes. This is a school you choose and then build your logistics around — not a neighborhood school in the traditional sense.