Francis Lewis High School is a selective public high school located in Fresh Meadows, in the New York City borough of Queens. It is one of the most-applied-to public high schools in New York City with 9,468 applicants in 2016.
Serving 4,573 students in grades 9-12, Francis Lewis High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 4,573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Francis Lewis High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Francis Lewis High School's student population of 4,573 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 246 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
4,573 students
Total Classroom Teachers
246 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Colors
Red, White, and Blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
1.5 acres
School Rankings
Francis Lewis High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Francis Lewis High School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#826 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
64%
10%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
4%
15%
White
10%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Patriots
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Francis Lewis High School's ranking?
Francis Lewis High School is ranked #826 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Francis Lewis High School often compared to?
Francis Lewis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Townsend Harris High School, Bayside High School, Benjamin N Cardozo High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Francis Lewis High School?
The graduation rate of Francis Lewis High School is 92%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Francis Lewis High School?
4,573 students attend Francis Lewis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Francis Lewis High School students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Francis Lewis High School?
Francis Lewis High School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Francis Lewis High School offer ?
Francis Lewis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Francis Lewis High School part of?
Francis Lewis High School is part of New York City Geographic District #26.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Everything is awesome, everyone is so nice and the teacher treat you like parents,music field is awesome but first you have to do one year of music history then you can join band,guitar,or chorus , I just wish I can get in to choir and it is so hard and art which is my least favorite and in gym you get to pick what sport you want to be in and make sure you like that sport
Good luck Incoming Freshmen's
Best Wishes
Sadat Rahman
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