New Design High School

New Design High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
350 Grand St,  New York, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 2
3.7
4.7
492 Students
B
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Mr. Scott Conti
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Average SAT Score
1000
Math Proficiency
62%
Reading Proficiency
87%
Average GPA
3.4
Graduation Rate
82%

Niche Grade

B-
Academics
A-
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
B
Clubs and Activities
B-
Sports
B
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.4
Reading Proficiency
87%
Math Proficiency
62%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
9:1
Teachers
53
Full Time Teachers
53
Teachers in First or Second Year
18%
College Prep
Average SAT
1000
Math
500
Verbal
500
Number of AP Courses
2
AP Pass Rate
11.4%
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
435:1

Student Diversity

Female
68.8%
Male
31.2%
Hispanic
58%
Black
29.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
5.9%
White
2.6%
Two or more races
2.6%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
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School Rankings

#57 Best HS for the Arts in New York
#184 Niche Standout HS in New York
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
New York University 46 Students
Stony Brook University 32 Students
Fashion Institute of Technology 31 Students
CUNY Hunter College 27 Students
Columbia University 24 Students
Fordham University 22 Students
Pace University 20 Students
Syracuse University 19 Students
CUNY Brooklyn College 19 Students
St. John's University - New York 16 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 31 Students
Psychology 29 Students
Fashion and Apparel Design 21 Students
Biology 17 Students
Nursing 13 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 10 Students
Computer Science 9 Students
Liberal Arts and Humanities 9 Students
Accounting 8 Students
Criminology 7 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 36 Reviews
5.0 Senior
6/27/2023
What I love about New design is the overall energy throughout the school. The staff is top tier. Their smiles lift students up. Their way of teaching is also great because it's not strictly reading off of lesson plans. It's very hands on. Something I would however like to see a change in is the attendance. The long hours make students unmotivated to come to classes.
5.0 Junior
6/2/2022
Teachers in New Design were nice and the school atmosphere is good. I really like the crochet club and we have swimming as gym in my school. However I'm a person who likes to sit a lot, so I hope there were chairs or benches at the hallway, so I can sit there with my friends, not only the cafeteria.
4.0 Senior
12/29/2017
I entered New Design High School in 10th grade. The school is very welcoming and laid back, makes everyone feel safe and themselves. The teachers and administration are cool and makes learning fun. We have a lot of activities for all kinds of individuals and we are very free spirited.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.7 6 Reviews
4.0 parent
7/4/2024
At NDHS, students benefit from a tailored educational experience that combines hands-on learning with dedicated instructors who prioritize student growth and success. With extensive opportunities for advancement, NDHS is the ideal setting for students to reach their full potential.
5.0 student
4/12/2014
Words cannot express how much I love this school for my son! He has made so much progress and the Teachers are always I mean always willing to go above and beyond! The principal is awesome too. The kids are all good and I haven't heard or scene any questionable behavior. The office staff is great to...
5.0 student
1/10/2014
im currently a senior graduating june 26, 2014 and i have to say that this school really has been apart of my life. such an amazing school with amazing teachers who are down to earth
5.0 student
1/19/2013
i love my school soooo much its amazing even if your a person who isnt into design our principle is amazing the teachers are incredible and their are a lot of helpfull programs to help you sucess in school

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