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High School for Mathematics, Science and Engineering at City College (HSMSE)

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HSMSE at City College provides a unique and unparalleled collaborative educational experience. The schoolÂ’s mission is to encourage students to develop the habits of inquiry, written and verbal expression, and critical thinking. Students are drawn from all five boroughs, making it one of the most ethnically diverse schools in New York City. The academically rigorous learning environment focuses on mathematics, science, and engineering, while emphasizing civic responsibility and the value of acquiring knowledge for its own intrinsic reward. The deep professional and personal experiences of the faculty enrich the learning community; many faculty members have earned doctorates and distinguished themselves in business, engineering, and other fields.

Prgram Description
  • Admission to this Specialized High School is based solely on the score obtained on the Specialized High Schools Admission Test (SHSAT). Students should speak to their guidance counselor in the Fall to register for the SHSAT.
Admissions Priority
  • Open to New York City residents
Offer Rate
    Requirements
      Methods Test
      Seats 9th Grade GE 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
      Grade 9 GE Applicants 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
      Grade 9 GE Applicants per Seat 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
      Grade 9 GE Filled
      Seats 9th Grade SWD 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
      Grade 9 SWD Applicants 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
      Grade 9 SWD Applicants per Seat 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
      Grade 9 SWD Filled
      Seats Specialized 110 0 0 0 0 0
      Applicants Specialized 19308 0 0 0 0 0
      App per Seat Specialized 176 0 0 0 0 0
      Location 240 Convent Ave, Manhattan NY 10031 (40.820208, -73.950354)
      Subway 1 to 137th St - City College ; A, D to 145th St ; B, C to 135th St
      Website www.hsmse.org
      Graduation Rate 97.9%
      Pct Stu Enough Variety 72.0%
      College Career Rate 89.8%
      Pct Stu Safe 97.0%
      Specialized Yes
      Total Students 475
      Attendance Rate 96.0%
      SAT Takers 0
      SAT Reading 610
      SAT Math 683
      SAT Writing 596
      Total Enrollment 475
      Female 31.0% (146)
      Male 69.3% (329)
      White 26.9% (128)
      Asian 35.2% (167)
      Black 9.9% (47)
      Hispanic 22.5% (107)
      Other 5.5% (26)
      Academic Opportunities

      CTE program(s) in: Scientific Research and Engineering

      iLearnNYC: Program for expanded online coursework and self-paced learning

      Project Lead The Way Pre-Engineering: Design & Drafting, Digital Electronics, Principles of Engineering, Civil Engineering & Architecture

      Mount Sinai Science Research Program: Advanced laboratory and research internships in cardiology, oncology, obstetrics or the autopsy suite

      Math Concentration: two-year program in advanced mathematics; College credits available

      Advanced Placement Courses

      AP Calculus, AP Chemistry, AP Computer Science, AP English, AP Environmental Science, AP German, AP World History

      Bus

      Bx19, Bx33, M10, M100, M101, M11, M2, M3, M4, M5

      Addtl Info1

      Internships

      Extracurricular Activities

      Art, Astronomy, Band, Cheer, Chorus, Writing, Cross Country, Dance, Drama, Dr. Dragon, Math & Science Magazine, EAT NYC, Euro-Challenge, Fed-Challenge, Film, FIRST Tech Challenge, Gastronomy, German, Glee, Gay Straight Alliance, Harlem IS, Honor Society, Junior Statesman of America, Key Club, Mock Trial, Model UN, Modern Dance, MOUSE Squad, National Society of Black Engineers, Tutoring, Photography, Poetry, Science Research, Spades/Chess, Student Government, Tennis, Math Team, Yearbook

      School Sports

      Table Tennis

      Programs
      • Pre-Engineering
      Interests
      • Engineering
      Eligibility
        Audition Information
          Boro M
          School 10th Seats 1
          ELL Programs English as a New Language
          Language Classes German, Spanish
          Diploma Endorsements Math, Science
          Neighborhood Manhattanville
          Shared Space
          Campus Name
          Building Code M812
          Phone Number 212-281-6490
          Fax Number 212-281-6918
          School Email info@hsmse.org
          Grades 2018 12-Sep
          Final Grades 12-Sep
          Start Time 8am
          End Time 3:35pm
          Psal Sports Boys Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Volleyball
          Psal Sports Girls Basketball, Soccer, Softball
          Psal Sports Coed
          Girls
          Boys
          Pbat
          International
          Transfer
          Ptech
          Early College
          Geo Eligibility
          School Accessibility Description 1
          Codes NO CODE
          Seats 10 Yes–3
          Primary Address Line 1 240 Convent Ave
          City Manhattan
          State Code NY
          Lat 40.82
          Lng -73.95
          Zip 10,031
          # Grade 9 115
          # Grade 10 113
          # Grade 11 112
          # Grade 12 135
          ELA Takers 100
          ELA Level 1 0.0% (0)
          ELA Level 2 0.0% (0)
          ELA Level 3 46.0% (46)
          ELA Level 4 42.0% (42)
          ELA Level 3+4 88.0% (88)
          Math Takers 55
          Math Level 1 0.0% (0)
          Math Level 2 0.0% (0)
          Math Level 3 12.7% (7)
          Math Level 4 85.5% (47)
          Math Level 3+4 98.2% (54)

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