Queens Preparatory Academy (29Q248) 
143-10 Springfield Boulevard, Queens, NY 11413, Queens
Phone: 718-712-2304
Hours: 8:10am - 2:30pm
School Website: https://www.queensprepacademy.org/
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/29Q248/
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School Leader: Avionne Gumbs (agumbs4@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Abigail Hooper (ahooper@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Labony Khan (lkhan10@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Lashanna Edwards (ledwards16@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Tashia Chin (tchin5@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Lashanna Edwards (ledwards16@schools.nyc.gov)
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About
Our Advanced Placement (AP) program offers motivated students the opportunity to take college-level courses while still in high school. With a wide range of subjects, from AP Biology to AP U.S. History, students can explore their passions, earn college credit, and stand out in the college admissions process. AP courses foster critical thinking, academic confidence, and a love of learning that lasts a lifetime.
Reports: School Budget | PTA Financials | Room Utilization
Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 66%
Academic Highlights: Algebra II, AP Biology, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, Chemistry, and additional college courses, Business courses, Career Exploration and Financial Literacy Courses, Cosmetology and Business Management courses, Cybersecurity Courses
Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, College Courses Offered, College Courses onsite, College Trips, Community Service Expected, Computer Science Coursework, Expert College and Career Advisor On Staff, Financial Literacy Coursework, FutureReadyNYC School, Health Center, Internships, LYFE (Living For The Young Family Through Education), Online Grading System, Paid Apprenticeships, Paid Internships, Program(s) with 3+ SWD Applicants Per Seat
School Features:
Offers 10th Grade Seats
School whose primary location is co-located with another school
Guidance Counselors
AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
This school is part of a PSAL team comprised of the following schools:
Excelsior Preparatory High School (29Q265)
George Washington Carver High School for the Sciences (29Q272)
Preparatory Academy for Writers: A College Board School (29Q283)
Queens Preparatory Academy (29Q248)
Program Details
Performing Arts
Queens Preparatory Academy is proud to announce its inaugural year of DANCE! Step into your spotlight where movement meets meaning in our brand new studio. This rigorous program is designed for students who want to explore the world of dance—whether you're a total beginner or already love to perform. Designed for students of all experience levels, this program invites you to explore the art of dance in a supportive, high-energy environment that celebrates creativity, discipline, and self-expression. Students can continue into advanced dance electives, and audition for citywide arts programs. This is the perfect program for you to lead you toward your future path.
School Student & Admissions Statistics
Total Offers
This data was gathered from various NYC DOE reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/information-and-data-overview
Survey Summary & Data (2024-25)
Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category
Academic Summary & Data (2023-24)
4-Year College 34.60%
Other Postsecondary 1.40%
Unknown 40.80%
School Demographics (2024-25)
Female 38.00%
Black 73.30%
Hispanic 17.20%
White 1.20%
Other 2.80%
White 27.80%
Other 38.90%
This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's demographic snapshots: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/information-and-data-overview
IEP Statistics (2023-24)
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
Special Education Programs & Services (2024-25)
| Program | Fully Receiving | Partially Receiving | Not Receiving |
| Integrated Co-Teaching Services | 36 (82%) | 8 (18%) | 0 (0%) |
| SETSS | <=5 (100%) | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| Special Class | 16 (80%) | <=5 (?) | <=5 (?) |
| Service | Fully Receiving | Partially Receiving | Not Receiving |
| Counseling Services | 29 (71%) | N/A (N/A) | 12 (29%) |
| Occupational Therapy | <=5 (100%) | N/A (N/A) | 0 (0%) |
| Speech-Language Therapy | >5 (96%) | N/A (N/A) | <=5 (4%) |
| Speech-Language Therapy Bilingual | 0 (0%) | <=5 (100%) | 0 (0%) |
| Transportation | Number Receiving |
| Curb to School | 9 (64%) |
| Stop to School | <=5 (?) |
| Unassigned | <=5 (?) |
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)
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