Located in the Midtown East neighborhood of New York City, the High School of Art and Design at 245 East 56th Street is home to gifted and creative students across the disciplines of art, technology and academics.
Founded in 1936, the school offers majors in architectural design, cartooning, animation, graphic design, illustration, digital photography, film and video and fashion design. Each spring, the school hosts a two-week Spring Arts Festival to showcase the finest work from students at this premier visual arts high school.
To nurture young and emerging artists, the school provides students with access to a state-of-the-art facility and the best possible tools and equipment used by industry professionals. Students also have the opportunity to participate in internships to gain even more technical skills and hands-on experience as artists, which are available through industry partners and various New York art organizations.
Serving students in ninth through 12th grade, the High School of Art and Design strives to support students throughout their high school journey and beyond. With the support and guidance of counselors, advisors and talented art educators, graduating students are accepted into major colleges and universities throughout the country.
Art and Design High School
Public High School
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Grade 9-12
245 E 56th St,
New York, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 2
School Details
Head of School
Principal - Mr. Manuel Urena
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Average SAT Score
1130
Average ACT Score
28
Math Proficiency
88%
Reading Proficiency
57%
Average GPA
3.36
Graduation Rate
98%
Niche Grade
B-
B+
B
B
B+
B+
C
C
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.36
Reading Proficiency
57%
Math Proficiency
88%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
15:1
Teachers
98
Full Time Teachers
98
Teachers in First or Second Year
7%
College Prep
Average SAT
1130
Math
550
Verbal
570
Average ACT
28
Math
25
English
29
Reading
29
Science
27
Number of AP Courses
6
AP Pass Rate
42.6%
AP Math Enrollment
Very Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Very Low
GreatSchools Rating
Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating Details
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
299:1
Student Diversity
Female
66.6%
Male
33.3%
Hispanic
39.4%
White
26%
Black
13.4%
Two or more races
10.3%
Asian or Pacific Islander
9.9%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
School Rankings
#3
Best HS for the Arts in New York
#17
Most Diverse Public HS in New York
#98
Niche Standout HS in New York
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.
Pratt Institute
397 Students
Fashion Institute of Technology
367 Students
New York University
358 Students
School of Visual Arts
282 Students
CUNY Hunter College
249 Students
Syracuse University
194 Students
Pace University
174 Students
Savannah College of Art and Design
169 Students
Parsons School of Design at The New School
168 Students
CUNY Brooklyn College
148 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Animation, Video Graphics and Special Effects
222 Students
Illustration
183 Students
Graphic Design
170 Students
Film and Video Studies
152 Students
Architecture
128 Students
Psychology
118 Students
Fine Arts
114 Students
Business
111 Students
Arts
107 Students
Fashion and Apparel Design
92 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
12/16/2024
I've been here for 3 years now. I think that a lot of students here aren't academically motivated and that's one of my largest problems personally. The academics aren't bad, but unless you're in AP classes, you're kind of stuck in a very minimally difficult class. So it's either the opportunity to be really challenged or not challenged at all, which I don't like. That said, arts wise there is a huge variety of internships, paid positions and experiences available to students. The teachers are relatively nice but there's always a few that people have problems with. Unfortunately, for kids like me who want to pursue the sciences, there is a lack of opportunities. The vibe is really laid back and chill, we have a nice modern building. There's a lot of different groups of students depending on what kind of person you are so it's relatively easy to find people you fit in with.
12/8/2024
As a current sophomore attending Art & Design, my experience is going well so far. The teachers are great and it is obvious they want the students to succeed. There are many opportunities, internships, and scholarships available. The work can be demanding and the late policy is pretty strict but they really teach you everything you need to know.
10/5/2024
I am currently a senior at Art and Design high school, I can proudly say that it has been an amazing experience so far. The teachers at the school are always full of energy, ready to teach and help students. The students here are great too. I've made a lot of friends along the way and have enjoyed everything at the school.
GreatSchools Reviews
10/2/2023
My daughter graduated from Art & Design high school in 2022 and had a great experience. It was a safe environment, the students were supportive of each other and I didn't see any issues with bullying, the teachers were nurturing and supportive. The kids loved art, but there were also good academic c...
9/14/2018
My daughter is a Junior this year (time flies!!) and we have had a great experience with teachers and administration. They are there to support your child all the way.
3/26/2016
Great school. Nurturing, warm and welcoming. Great teachers, kind, talented kids! Beautiful diversity and family involvement.
10/31/2015
I have no idea how GreatSchools.org comes up with their rankings. This is a fantastic school. My daughter is a Freshman here and she absolutely loves it. She was a high 90's student in Middle School and had other choices, but she chose to go to Art & Design and we are so happy about that decision. W...
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Art and Design High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in New York, NY and is served by the New York City Geographic District No. 2 in New York. The school has a total enrollment of 1,523 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 15:1. Academic records show that 88% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 57% are proficient in reading. Art and Design High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 8 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.36, the graduation rate is 98%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1130 and an ACT score of 28. The average home value in this area is $1,282,076. Discover additional schools in the area, like P226M Junior High Annex, M449 Vanguard High School, M519 Talent Unlimited High School, and more. Learn more about what New York has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Art and Design High School.