John Adams High School (27Q480) 
101-01 Rockaway Boulevard, Queens, NY 11417, Queens
Phone: 718-322-0500
Hours: 8:15am - 2:29pm
School Website: https://www.Johnadamsnyc.org
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/27Q480/
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School Leader: Pedro Cubero (pcubero@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Warren Kaufman (wkaufman@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Usri Paul (upaul2@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: David Gega (dgega@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Jennifer Marsella (jmarsel2@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Cynthia Morisset (cmorisset@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Anamaria Castro (acastro42@schools.nyc.gov)
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About
At John Adams High School, we're proud to offer amazing programs that help students shine, both in school and beyond! Whether you're dreaming of becoming a scientist, doctor, teacher, artist, or entrepreneur, there's a path for you here. We're home to the world-renowned International Baccalaureate (IB) program and exciting specialty tracks in STEM, Pre-Medicine, and Future Educators. Our students graduate at rates well above the city average, and they challenge themselves through more than 20 Advanced Placement (AP) and Honors courses. Want a head start on college? Our students can earn real college credit through partnerships with top schools like St. John's University, SUNY Farmingdale, York College, and more! Our school is filled with hands-on learning spaces like a real courtroom, a medical training room, an art and design studio, and even a Virtual and Augmented Reality lab! Students also get to explore unique programs like Culinary Arts, Hydroponics, Air Force JROTC, Robotics, Mock Trial, and Virtual Enterprise. At John Adams, we care about every student's well-being. That's why we offer classes and activities that support social and emotional growth, like Mindfulness, Restorative Justice, and Biofeedback. Come visit us during one of our open houses to meet our friendly staff, see our incredible programs in action, and learn why John Adams High School could be the perfect place for your future! We can't wait to welcome you
Reports: School Budget | PTA Financials | Room Utilization
Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 84%
Academic Highlights: FutureReadyNYC: Education (Teaching & Training), International Baccalaureate (IB) World School, CTE program(s): Entrepreneurship, FutureReadyNYC: Technology (Cybersecurity Analyst), Partners include: SUNY FARMINGDALE, CUNY YORK COLLEGE, BMCC, BROOKLYN COLLEGE, SCHOOL OF LAW AND LABOR STUDIES, ST. JOHNS UNIVERSITY ,AIRFORCE JROTC AND DJI DRONE PROGRAM
Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, Bilingual Special Education (BSE): Spanish, Career and Technical Education (CTE), College Courses Offered, College Courses On Site, College Trips, Community School, Community Service Expected, Computer Science Coursework, Dress Code, Extended Day, Extended Year, Financial Literacy Coursework, FutureReadyNYC School, Health Center, Internship Expected, Internships Available, Multi-Session School, Online Grading System, Orientation, Paid Internships, Program(s) with 1 GE Applicant Per Seat, Program(s) with 2 SWD Applicants Per Seat, Saturday Programs, Student Parent Orientation, Summer Bridge, Summer Internships, Summer Orientation
English Language Learner Programs: Transitional Bilingual Education: Bengali, Spanish
School Features:
CTE Endorsement
Offers 10th Grade Seats
School whose primary location is co-located with another school
Guidance Counselors, Social Workers, Bilingual Guidance Counselors
Upcoming Events
November 5, 2025 @ 5:00 pm John Adams High School Open House 
- November 12, 2025 @ 5:00 pm John Adams High School Open House
- November 18, 2025 @ 5:00 pm John Adams High School Open House
- November 19, 2025 @ 5:00 pm John Adams High School Open House
AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
Programs
Science & Math, Computer Science & Technology
The STEM Academy is a SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEER & MATHEMATICS based Small Learning Community, in which students engage in rigorous programs of study for preparedness in life, college and career. The mission of the STEM-IB Program is to develop well-informed and highly motivated students who are ready to engage their local and global communities. Our students learn from teachers who are passionate about their careers, their expertise and their students' future. The STEM Academy builds opportunities for immersive instruction in Computer Maintenance and Repair, Information Technology Fundamentals, Robotics, Virtual Reality and Computer Science. These courses culminate in the ability to earn industry credits and opportunities to exercise their skills in real world experiences/internships. Additionally, our students are also encouraged to get a running start for college by taking International Baccalaureate, Advanced Placement, SUNY Farmingdale and CUNY College Now courses. These courses will allow you to learn college readiness skills and earn upwards of 45 college credits (3 full-time college semesters). With these outstanding college level opportunities, students who specifically engage in the IB coursework will participate in a writing based college program that teaches students key life/college skills, exposure to conversations of the global community, and the internationally recognized IB Diploma
10th Grade seats available
- (Group 1) New York City residents
Humanities & Interdisciplinary, Law & Government
The Justice, Law, and International Studies Academy offers a comprehensive look at the United States Legal System on a Federal and Local level through an 8-course CTE-style curriculum provided by the Justice Resource Center of NYC. The curriculum includes: Intro to Law, Criminology, Criminal Justice, Mock Trial, Constitutional Law, Legal Research, and Financial Literacy. The program also offers a variety of opportunities for students interested in pursuing a career in the legal world including: Moot Court and Mock Trial competition teams, internships with various law firms around the city, visits to Federal Court proceedings, plus after school programs and classroom visits from the Queens District Attorney s Office. In addition to the curriculum and opportunities, the Justice, Law, and International Studies Academy now offers a 4 course, 12 credit College Now Program from the CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies taught at John Adams High School by actual college professors, joining the school-wide effort to push the college preparatory initiative for all students.
10th Grade seats available
- (Group 1) New York City residents
Health Professions, Science & Math
The PRE-MED Academy is a dynamic academic community in which students explore the various opportunities within the world of health and medicine. The 4 year course load provided to our PRE-MED students equips them with knowledge, skills, and competencies to be successful in a premedical program at a university. PRE-MED students have the ability to be tracked as an IB (international baccalaureate) student where they can earn up to 30 college credits OR they can be tracked as a Medical Assisting Student where they will prepare to take a medical assisting licensing exam. Alongside the PRE-MED electives; Healthcare CORE, First Aid/CPR, Medical Terminology, Anatomy and Physiology, Intro to Medical Assisting, and Medical Assisting 1 and 2, the PRE-MED students also have the ability to take AP, College Now, and other college accredited courses. Both Medical Terminology and Anatomy and Physiology are college accredited via our partnership with both SUNY Farmingdale and St. John's University
10th Grade seats available
- (Group 1) New York City residents
Film/Video, Performing Arts/Visual Art & Design
The Media and Fine Arts Academy is a learning community that prepares students for careers in communications, visual and performing arts with a blend of music production, video production studio art, media, graphic design and professional photography. Students will be exposed to rigorous curricula designed to expand their minds and challenge them to design the school yearbook, participate in specialty classes, and participate in dual enrollment programs for college credit through our partnership with SUNY Farmingdale and CUNY York College. The Media and Fine Arts academy specializes in providing an arts education while also challenging their students with a college level curriculum. All Media students can enroll in various prestigious programs such as IB, Advanced Placement and additional college credit bearing classes through. The Media Academy continuously exposes our students to extracurricular activities and projects like the John Adams Fashion show, the theater arts program, photo shoots, paint nights, and musicals. The students in the graphic arts program have an opportunity to obtain the Adobe certified associate certification. Our program has revamped all specialty classes to include state of the art art rooms, technology, cameras, and lighting, and musical instruments so that our students experience top of the line equipment fully funded by John Adams High School.
10th Grade seats available
- (Group 1) New York City residents
Business
The Business & Finance Academy is a vibrant learning community where our goal is to bridge the gap between the classroom and the real world. Through our carefully designed business courses, tudents can sharpen professional skills, nurture their interests, and lay a solid foundation for their future. We aim to prepare students for a wide array of careers in fields like marketing, finance, business management, IT, and more. We believe in extending learning beyond the classroom, offering unique learning opportunities like job shadowing, travel experiences, mentoring by corporate partners, business competitions, trade shows, and internships. By completing our approved 3-year Career and Technical Education sequence, students will earn a special seal on their diploma, signifying their industry-ready skills and experience. In partnership with Farmingdale State College, our students can also earn 6 college credits in business as well as choose to take AP classes and other college-accredited courses. This gives them a competitive edge and head start in their future careers or college journey. At the Business & Finance Academy, where we're not just teaching business, we're building futures.
10th Grade seats available
- (Group 1) New York City residents
Teaching
FELA is one of three specialized programs at our school and is designed for students who are interested in careers in teaching, leadership, or public service. As a Future Ready program, FELA prepares students with the skills they need to succeed in the 21st century, including communication, teamwork, and real-world experience. Throughout high school, FELA students take exciting elective courses, gain hands-on experience through teaching and leadership opportunities, and participate in citywide internships and the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP). We also partner with York College to offer dual credit courses, giving students a chance to earn college credit while still in high school. If your child is passionate about helping others, enjoys working with people, or dreams of being a leader, FELA is the perfect place to start that journey!
10th Grade seats available
- (Group 1) New York City residents
Zoned
10th Grade seats available
- (Group 1) Students who live in the zoned area
- (Group 2) New York City residents
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 36.60%
Other Postsecondary 1.60%
Vocational Program 1.10%
Unknown 41.30%
School Demographics (2024-25)
Female 47.80%
Black 24.60%
Hispanic 41.50%
White 3.20%
Other 2.80%
Black 7.60%
Hispanic 24.40%
White 46.50%
Other 5.20%
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 | 226 (98%) | <=5 (?) | <=5 (?) |
| SETSS | 19 (100%) | 0 (0%) | 0 (0%) |
| Special Class | 117 (94%) | 8 (6%) | 0 (0%) |
| Service | Fully Receiving | Partially Receiving | Not Receiving |
| Counseling Services | 101 (89%) | N/A (N/A) | 13 (11%) |
| Counseling Services Bilingual | <=5 (?) | <=5 (?) | 0 (0%) |
| Hearing Education Services | <=5 (100%) | N/A (N/A) | 0 (0%) |
| Occupational Therapy | 20 (100%) | N/A (N/A) | 0 (0%) |
| Physical Therapy | <=5 (100%) | N/A (N/A) | 0 (0%) |
| Speech-Language Therapy | 124 (95%) | N/A (N/A) | 6 (5%) |
| Speech-Language Therapy Bilingual | <=5 (?) | 17 (94%) | <=5 (?) |
| Transportation | Number Receiving |
| Curb to School | 43 (88%) |
| Stop to School | 0 (0%) |
| Unassigned | 6 (12%) |
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