As a New York public school that serves grades six through 12, Quest to Learn breaks the boundaries of the traditional learning style. Using game-based learning, students at this school use an innovative educational method that was developed by the Institute of Play.
Teachers at Quest work within a team along with professional game designers and curriculum builders, creating educational material that meets New York State standards and using custom-designed games to help meet learning goals. Students learn teamwork, the value of learning from failure and valuable work ethics, such as persistence.
For example, ninth-grade students in biology will spend a year working in a fictional biotech company with assignments to clone dinosaurs and create ecosystems for them. This method helps them learn about genetics, biology and ecology. Roleplaying as scientists, doctors, detectives and designers while also using Storyweavers help teach students fundamental subjects while also having fun.
Sports programs are available including football, baseball, basketball, wrestling, soccer, volleyball and more. Students can also enjoy a variety of after-school activities like theatre, hip-hop poetry, Lego robotics and parkour to name a few.
Quest to Learn is in Chelsea and is surrounded by plenty of parks and playgrounds, like the 18th Street basketball courts and Dr. Gertrude B. Kelly playground.
Quest To Learn
Public Middle, High School
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Grade 6-12
351 W 18th St,
New York, NY
New York City Geographic District No. 2
School Details
Head of School
Principal - Ms. Jennifer Rygalski
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
1140
Math Proficiency
52%
Reading Proficiency
62%
Average GPA
3.36
Graduation Rate
82%
Niche Grade
C+
B+
B
B
B
C+
C
C+
Source: Niche
Niche Grade Details
Academics
Average GPA
3.36
Reading Proficiency
62%
Math Proficiency
52%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
44
Full Time Teachers
44
Teachers in First or Second Year
30.2%
College Prep
Average SAT
1140
Math
560
Verbal
580
Number of AP Courses
7
AP Pass Rate
25.9%
AP Math Enrollment
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
Test Scores
Science
19%
State Average
20%
Math
47%
State Average
22%
Teachers and Staff
Students Per Counselor
188:1
Student Diversity
Male
61.3%
Female
38.7%
Hispanic
41.5%
Black
26.4%
White
18.2%
Asian or Pacific Islander
7.6%
Two or more races
4.9%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
School Rankings
#21
Most Diverse Public MS in New York
#29
Most Diverse Public HS in New York
#87
Best HS for the Arts 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.
CUNY Hunter College
30 Students
New York University
25 Students
Stony Brook University
21 Students
CUNY Baruch College
20 Students
Binghamton University, SUNY
16 Students
Fordham University
14 Students
Boston University
12 Students
Pace University
12 Students
Columbia University
12 Students
CUNY Brooklyn College
12 Students
What Students Want to Study
Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business
19 Students
Psychology
18 Students
Biology
10 Students
Computer Science
10 Students
Nursing
8 Students
Marketing
8 Students
Political Science and Government
7 Students
Finance
7 Students
Film and Video Studies
7 Students
Economics
6 Students
This School’s Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/5/2024
I enjoyed my time at Quest to Learn High school, the teachers and staff were always amazing and helpful. Though the school is only what you make of it. If you are not a self advocate you will have a hard time.
11/12/2020
My child has gotten great test scores, teachers are kind and helpful and not once have I felt unsafe in this school. This school not only teaches academically but makes my child a better person..
3/23/2020
teachers cant teach, students cant learn, and overall people there dont behave like normal people should
GreatSchools Reviews
11/10/2021
Quest to Learn is an innovative school that uses alternative teaching methods to reach students who may not have felt understood at standard NYC public schools. The teachers really go above & beyond the call of duty to find a way to keep kids engaged, and my child has really benefitted from this. Th...
9/9/2019
Caring and supportive faculty/staff. Challenges its students and fosters positive relationships among peers.
9/8/2019
An excellant experience, boosted student’s self confidence and made learning interesting and fun.
2/25/2019
This is a safe campus. Teachers are creative, inspiring and very responsible, creating a harmonic learning environment for the kids to explore their potentials. My son is doing well here, getting well with the peers and mentors. His happiness, confidence and love to the school are the best evidence....
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Homes For Sale
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Average Home Value
$2,230,891
Median Lot Size
4,791 Sq Ft
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71%
Average Household Income
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% of College Grads
74.3%
Median Age
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Average House Size
2,319 Sq Ft
% Commercial Property
88.1%
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- Playground
- Waterpark
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Quest To Learn is a public school for students in grades 6-12 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 490 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 52% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 62% are proficient in reading. Quest To Learn has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 4 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.36, the graduation rate is 82%, and the average SAT score is 1140. The average home value in this area is $2,230,891. Discover additional schools in the area, like Landmark High School, Manhattan Village Academy, N.Y.C. Lab School for Collaborative Studies, and more. Learn more about what New York has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Quest To Learn.