Pan American International High School (24Q296)

45-10 94Th Street, Queens, NY 11373, Queens
Phone: 718-271-4041
Email: ggonzalez3@schools.nyc.gov
Hours: 8:20am - 2:40pm
Principal: Waleska Velez
School Website: https://www.panamericanihs.org
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/41132
Quality Snapshot: https://tools.nycenet.edu/snapshot/2022/24Q296/HS/
Subway: 7 to Junction Blvd
Bus: Q29, Q38, Q53-SBS, Q58, Q72
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About

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, an other Higher Education entities cultivate the leadership of students in their communities through service, learning projects, internships, and the arts. We are committed to creating an environment that celebrates students' individual identities while preparing them to be successful in college and become productive members of the global community. We are part of the Career Readiness and Modern Youth Apprenticeship (CRMYA) pilot, which helps us support career readiness for all our students. We have courses that help our ninth and tenth graders explore their career interests and develop readiness skills. Our students can apply for apprenticeships in tech, finance, and business, which allows them to earn and learn while in high school.

Academic Highlights: College courses offered by Georgetown University, UPENN, Laguardia CC, Touro College, Career Readiness & Modern Youth Apprenticeship (CRMYA) School, Performance-Based Assessment Tasks (PBATs), FutureReadyNYC: Technology (Software Developer)

Other Features: College Trips, Community School, Community Service Expected, CRMYA School, Extended Day, FutureReadyNYC School, Health Center, Internships Available, Online Grading System, Orientation, Program(s) with 1 GE Applicant Per Seat, Saturday Programs, Student Parent Orientation, Summer Bridge, Summer Internships, Summer Orientation, Summer Session, Weekend Programs

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
  • Offers 10th Grade Seats
  • School whose primary location is co-located with another school
  • School for New Arrivals, which serve students who are new to the country

AP Courses, Languages & Sports
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP Calculus AB, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language and Composition, AP Spanish Language and Culture, AP Spanish Literature and Culture, Arts (College Course [Credited]), Chemistry (Advanced Science), ELA (College Course [Credited]), Physics (Advanced Science), World Languages (Advanced World Languages)
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
Other Sports
Dance, Fitness Club, Soccer
Activities
PAIHS Informa Newspaper Group, PAIHS Teatro, ASPIRA, Peer Group Connection, Student Government, PAIHS Band, Ecuadorian Dance Group, and Soccer Club.
Programs
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) Open only to New York City residents whose home language is Spanish
Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2022-23
2021-22
Total Students Across All Grades
480
406
    Grade 12 Students
101
64
    Grade 11 Students
64
111
    Grade 10 Students
166
93
    Grade 9 Students
149
138
Avg. Class Size
23.1
Complaints / Suspensions
<5 / 9
<5 / 0
Attendance %
95%
95%
Graduation %
99%
95%
College %
38%
33%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
440 (134) / 108
26
445 / 108
32
Pan American International High School (Q03A)
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:

129 / 90 (1.43)
5 / 18 (0.28)
Offers - Waitlist
Survey Summary & Data (2022-23)
Student Responses - 85% responded
Academic Rigor 
  76.57%
Academic Engagement 
  71.08%
Safety 
  85.56%
Bully Prevention 
  79.63%
Inclusivity 
  91.00%
Mental Support 
  77.90%
Environment 
  80.36%
Post-School Support 
  88.67%
Teacher Responses - 75% responded
Academic Rigor 
  96.00%
School Satisfaction 
  98.67%
Student Behavior 
  79.56%
Student Support 
  97.07%
School Leadership 
  98.07%
Instructional Clarity 
  96.80%
Instructional Development 
  97.65%
Post-School Support 
  96.88%
Family Responses - 84% responded
Education 
  99.00%
Teacher Support 
  95.00%
Safety 
  98.67%
School Community 
  89.56%
School Leadership 
  99.55%
Post-School Support 
  99.00%

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

View Full NYC DOE Survey Results:

More information about NYC DOE surveys can be found here: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/reports/school-quality/nyc-school-survey

Academic Summary & Data (2022-23)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  98.40%
Avg. CC Regents Score
  27
College Aptitude
CCPC Index
  74.00%
Avg. SAT Math Score
  402
Avg. SAT Read/Write Score
  400
Postsecondary
2-Year College 28.70%
4-Year College 13.00%
Unknown 58.30%

View Full Academic Data:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports. More information can be found here: https://www.schools.nyc.gov/about-us/reports/school-quality

Information on NYS Regents exams can be found here: https://www.nysed.gov/state-assessment/high-school-regents-examinations

School Demographics (2022-23)
Student Population:
Male 53.10%
Female 46.90%
English Language Learners:
  91.00%
Students with IEPs:
  1.90%
Economic Need Index: 
  94.90%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 0.20%
Black 0.20%
Hispanic 98.30%
White 0.20%
Other 1.10%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Hispanic 51.60%
White 22.60%
Other 25.80%
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