Francis Lewis High School

Francis Lewis High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
5820 Utopia Pky,  Fresh Meadows, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 26
4.0
4.2
4,406 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Principal - Mr. David Marmor
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Average SAT Score
1260
Average ACT Score
29
Math Proficiency
93%
Reading Proficiency
61%
Average GPA
3.56
Graduation Rate
92%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.56
Reading Proficiency
61%
Math Proficiency
93%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
18:1
Teachers
249
Full Time Teachers
249
Teachers in First or Second Year
12.8%
College Prep
Average SAT
1260
Math
650
Verbal
610
Average ACT
29
Math
29
English
28
Reading
29
Science
28
Number of AP Courses
15
AP Pass Rate
57.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Average
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
282:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.5%
Female
48.5%
Economically disadvantaged
71.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
64.4%
Male
51.5%
Female
48.5%
Hispanic
20.7%
Limited English proficient
16.8%
White
9.9%
Black
3.5%
Two or more races
1.2%
Native American
<1%

School Rankings

#51 Niche Standout HS in New York
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
Stony Brook University 1,225 Students
New York University 1,117 Students
Binghamton University, SUNY 801 Students
CUNY Hunter College 732 Students
St. John's University - New York 700 Students
CUNY Queens College 696 Students
Boston University 573 Students
Adelphi University 539 Students
CUNY Baruch College 533 Students
Cornell University 520 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 481 Students
Biology 450 Students
Psychology 366 Students
Nursing 332 Students
Computer Science 319 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 259 Students
Finance 212 Students
Accounting 186 Students
Marketing 134 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 132 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
4.0 884 Reviews
5.0 Senior
8/13/2025
I enjoy the diversity and meeting new people every year. It is always fun in the community with the different clubs and activities they have within the school.
5.0 Alum
7/25/2025
I loved Francis Lewis! I had an amazing experience there and would recommend the school to everyone. The teachers prepared me very well for college.
4.0 Senior
7/20/2025
In my time at Francis Lewis, I've really enjoyed my experience in my science classes. The teachers are very kind and are incredible at teaching and forming connections with their students. The offered AP classes I've take were some of the greatest experiences I've had, even though they were challenging.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.2 15 Reviews
4.0 other
6/10/2016
Excellent Public School. The children receive a great education. Teachers are very good. A lot to choose from.
4.0 parent
5/31/2015
Very organized and parent friendly! Teachers are very down to earth and try to help those students who need extra help.
4.0 student
4/30/2015
I'm a freshman and so far so good. The teachers actually care , it's a little crowed after a while it's okay anyway's I really enjoy going to Francis Lewis !
5.0 student
10/14/2014
I have been in Francis Lewis since 2012 and this is my final year. What can I say about this lovely school, first its good commute for me taking both bus and train. Second everyone is so nice to you the teacher, students, friends, and even the principal. I almost made friends with everyone in the sc...

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Francis Lewis High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Fresh Meadows, NY and is served by the New York City Geographic District No. 26 in New York. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 4,406 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 18:1. Academic records show that 93% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 61% are proficient in reading. Francis Lewis High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 6 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.56, the graduation rate is 92%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1260 and an ACT score of 29. The average home value in this area is $1,037,944. Discover additional schools in the area, like Robert F. Kennedy Community High School, Queens Gateway to Health Sciences Secondary School, John Bowne High School, and more. Learn more about what Fresh Meadows has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Francis Lewis High School.

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