Pan American International High School (24Q296)

45-10 94 STREET, QUEENS, NY 11373, Queens
Phone: 718-271-3602
Hours: 8:20am - 2:40pm
School Website: https://www.panamericanihs.org
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/24Q296/
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School Leader: Waleska Velez (wvelez2@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Juana Adames Diaz (jadamesdiaz@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Katherine Villalobos (kvillalobos@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Katherine Villalobos (kvillalobos@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Karla Pina (kpina@schools.nyc.gov)
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Overview
AI Summary
Pan American International High School (24Q296) is a specialized school dedicated to recently immigrated English Language Learners (ELLs), with an overwhelmingly Hispanic student population (99.0%) and a very high ELL percentage (91.20%). The school's core focus is English language development, supplemented by opportunities to enhance Spanish language skills and a [more]
Academic Score
  52.42%
Survey Score
  89.36%
About & Events

Pan American International High School is a diverse learning community of recently immigrated English Language Learners (ELLs). Our primary focus is English language development, while providing opportunities for students to enhance their Spanish language skills. Our partnerships with organizations such as The International Network, Coalition for Hispanic Family [more]

Reports: School Budget | PTA Financials | Room Utilization

Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 75%

Academic Highlights: FutureReadyNYC: Technology (Software Developer), College courses offered by Georgetown University, UPENN, Wesleyan University, and Arizona State University, Language Courses Available, Performance-Based Assessment Tasks (PBATs), Career Readiness & Modern Youth Apprenticeship (CRMYA) School, Career Readiness & Modern Youth Apprenticeship School (CRMYA), Performance-Based Assessment Tasks (PBATs)

Other Features: College Courses Offered, College Courses On Site, College Trips, Community School, Community Service Expected, Computer Science Coursework, CRMYA School, Expert College and Career Advisor On Staff, Extended Day, Financial Literacy Coursework, FutureReadyNYC School, Health Center, Internships Available, Online Grading System, Orientation, Paid Apprenticeships, Paid Internships, Program(s) with 1 GE Applicant [more]

School Features:

  • Performance Assessment School, which base graduation requirements on the successful completion of performance assessments in major subject areas in lieu of one or more Regents exams
  • School whose primary location is co-located with another school
  • School for New Arrivals, which serve students who are new to the country
  • Guidance Counselors, Social Workers

Upcoming Events
None currently scheduled

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Spanish Literature and Culture, Calculus (Advanced Math), Chemistry (Advanced Science), Comp Sci/Math Tech (College Course [Credited]), ELA (College Course [Credited]), Math (College Course [Credited]), Other (College Course [Credited]), Physics (Advanced Science) [more]
Course List
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Languages Offered
Spanish
Diploma Endorsements
NYS Seal of Biliteracy
Boys PSAL Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Tennis, Volleyball
Girls PSAL Sports
Basketball, Cross Country, Handball, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball
Co-ed PSAL Sports
Cricket
PSAL Team
Newtown
This school is part of a PSAL team comprised of the following schools:
International High School for Health Sciences (24Q236)
Newtown High School (24Q455)
Pan American International High School (24Q296)
Other Sports
Dance, Fitness, Soccer
Clubs
and Soccer Club., ASPIRA, Ecuadorian Dance Group, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), PAIHS Band, PAIHS Informa Newspaper Group, PAIHS Teatro, Peer Group Connection, Student Government
Art Courses
Choreographic Practices, Digital Media Arts, Exploring Music, Music Industry & Contemporary Music, Theater Design, Traditional and Studio Art
Arts Summary
PAIHS has an interdisciplinary, standards-aligned arts program that priorities SEL, equity, literacy building, and mastery based instruction in the arts. Our students' work continues to receive honors in competitions and shows across the city and is celebrated in our annual theatre productions and Visual & Performing Arts Showcase. Our curriculum [more]
Program Details & Offers
Pan American International High School(Q03A)
Humanities & Interdisciplinary

This is a comprehensive CTE program which includes rigorous study in: Information Technology, Computer Repair, Coding, Adobe, and Web Design. Additionally, AP Studio Art, Drawing and Painting, Photography, Theater, and Music. In partnership with: SUNY University of Albany, LaGuardia Community College, Theater Development Fund, International Network for Public Schools, and College for Every Student.

Method:
Requirement:
Students are ranked by the school based on English proficiency and/or home language. Offers are made in priority group and rank order. See program details for more information
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:110 / 90 (1.22)159 / 90 (1.77)
SWD applicants/seats:12 / 18 (0.67)7 / 18 (0.39)
Rank Avg: 4.744.81
OffersOffers - Waitlist
School Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2024-25
2023-24
2022-23
Total Students Across All Grades
510
522
480
    Grade 12 Students
134
69
101
    Grade 11 Students
141
153
64
    Grade 10 Students
143
166
166
    Grade 9 Students
92
134
149
Avg. Class Size
20.5
20.6
23.1
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
14.9
15.1
15.2
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
<5 / 0 / 2
<5 / 6 / 0
<5 / 9 / 4
Attendance %
95%
95%
Graduation %
100%
99%
College %
42%
38%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
460 (122) / 108
29
508 (166) / 108
28
440 (134) / 108
26
Survey Summary & Data (2024-25)
Student Responses 90% responded
Academic Rigor 
  76.50%
Academic Engagement 
  75.64%
Safety 
  82.63%
Bully Prevention 
  78.25%
Inclusivity 
  80.36%
Mental Support 
  79.63%
Environment 
  75.50%
Post-School Support 
  86.20%
Teacher Responses 78% responded
Academic Rigor 
  92.50%
School Satisfaction 
  96.38%
Student Behavior 
  83.67%
Student Support 
  98.67%
School Leadership 
  99.73%
Instructional Clarity 
  96.80%
Instructional Development 
  99.33%
Post-School Support 
  97.33%
Family Responses 82% responded
Education 
  99.13%
Teacher Support 
  97.83%
Safety 
  97.00%
School Community 
  74.63%
School Leadership 
  98.80%
Post-School Support 
  99.50%
IEP Support 
  100.00%

Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category

View Full NYC DOE Survey Results:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly school surveys: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/nyc-school-survey

Academic Summary & Data (2023-24)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  100.00%
CC Regents
  57
Impact Score
  0.8
Performance Score
  0.43
College Aptitude
CCR
  48.90%
SAT Math
  398
SAT R/W
  390
Postsecondary
2-Year College 30.70%
4-Year College 18.10%
Unknown 51.20%

View Full Academic Data:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

School Demographics (2024-25)
Student Population:
Male 56.50%
Female 43.50%
English Language Learners:
  91.20%
Students with Disabilities:
  2.00%
Economic Need Index: 
  0.00%
Student Ethnicity:
Black 0.20%
Hispanic 99.00%
Other 0.80%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Hispanic 60.60%
White 24.20%
Other 15.20%
IEP Statistics (2023-24)
IEP Services
Students with IEPs
  1.70%
Students with SETSS
  1.10%
Students with ICT
  0.20%
Students with SC
  0.00%
Has all programs
  100.00%
Has some programs
  0.00%
Has no programs
  0.00%
Has all services
  100.00%
Has some services
  0.00%
Has no services
  0.00%
IEP Student Performance
IEP Support 
  100.00%
Special Education Programs & Services (2024-25)
ProgramFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
SETSS10 (100%)0 (0%)0 (0%)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Counseling Services Bilingual<=5 (100%)0 (0%)0 (0%)
Speech-Language Therapy<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Speech-Language Therapy Bilingual<=5 (100%)0 (0%)0 (0%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School<=5 (100%)
Stop to School0 (0%)
Unassigned0 (0%)

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's Special Education Reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/government-reports/special-education-reports

ELL Performance (2023-24)
Regents English
  53
Regents Algebra I
  61
4-Year Grad. Rate
  100
ELL Progress
  65
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