High School for Construction Trades, Engineering and Architecture (27Q650)

94-06 104Th Street, Queens, NY 11416, Queens
Phone: 718-846-6280
Email: LGordon6@schools.nyc.gov
Hours: 8:20am - 2:41pm
Principal: Lakeisha Gordon
School Website: https://www.hsforctea.org
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/44472
Admissions Information: https://www.hsforctea.org/admissions
Quality Snapshot: https://tools.nycenet.edu/snapshot/2022/27Q650/HS/
Subway: J, Z to 104th St-102nd St
Bus: Q11, Q21, Q24, Q37, Q52-SBS, Q53-SBS, Q56, Q8, QM15
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About

This is a CTE school that prepares students for college, technical school, and apprenticeships in construction trades, engineering, and architecture. We have state-of-the art facilities that support computer-aided design, mechanical drafting, technical drawing, model building, construction technology, electrical installation, digital electronics, and engineering. We partner with construction, architecture, and engineering firms and non-profits. We allow students to explore their talents and interests while receiving a solid academic foundation that prepares them for college and careers. Our learning environment promotes academic achievement through the integration of career interests and making connections between learning and the world.

Academic Highlights: CTE program(s): Architecture, Construction Technology, Engineering

Other Features: 10th Grade Seats Available, Career and Technical Education (CTE), College Trips, Community Service Expected, Dress Code, Internships Available, Online Grading System, Orientation, Program(s) with 3+ GE Applicants Per Seat, Program(s) with 3+ SWD Applicants Per Seat, Student Parent Orientation, Summer Bridge, Uniform

School Features:

  • Offers 10th Grade Seats
  • School whose primary location is co-located with another school
  • Diversity in Admissions (DIA): Priority to applicants eligible for free or reduced price lunch for 72% of seats

AP Courses, Languages & Sports
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Calculus BC, AP Computer Science A, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP European History, AP Psychology, AP Statistics, AP Studio Art - 2D, AP United States Government and Politics, AP United States History, Arts (College Course [Credited]), Chemistry (Advanced Science), ELA (College Course [Uncredited]), Global History (College Course [Credited]), Math (College Course [Credited]), Math (College Course [Uncredited]), Other (College Course [Credited]), Physics (Advanced Science), Social Studies (College Course [Credited])
Diploma Endorsements
Math, CTE, Science
Boys PSAL Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track
Girls PSAL Sports
Basketball, Cross Country, Handball, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball
Co-ed PSAL Sports
Cricket
Other Sports
Badminton, Cheerleading, Fitness Club, Soccer, Volleball
Activities
Anime/Manga Club, Architectural & Design Club, Art Club, Book Club, Bring Change to Mind, Chess Club, Computer Animation Club, Construction & OSHA Club, FIRST Robotics Team, Relationship education for Diverse Individuals (REDI), Girls’ Club, History Club, Minecraft Club, Music Club, Muslim Student Association (MSA), National Honor Society (NHS), Philosophy Club, Robotics, Rubik’s Cube Club, SkillsUSA, Stock Market Club, Student Government (SGO), Tabletop Gaming Club, Theater Arts Program, Video Game Club, Yearbook Club, Any club a student group wishes to create is also welcome
Programs
Construction Trades & Management(Q83A)
Engineering

New York State approved CTE Program that leads to national certification aligned with industry standards and a CTE-endorsed Regents diploma. Students are prepared for entry-level positions in construction trades. Interdisciplinary project-based curriculum includes electrical installation, carpentry, and mechanical construction.

Method:
Requirement:
Students are admitted based on their course grades
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Open to New York City residents
DIA Admissions:
  • Applicants eligible for free or reduced price lunch will be considered first for 72% of seats.
  • For the remaining 28% of seats, all students will be considered.
Architectural Design(Q83B)
Architecture

New York State approved CTE Program that leads to national certification aligned with industry standards and a CTE-endorsed Regents Diploma. Interdisciplinary project-based curriculum includes concepts such as architectural form, space, order and design, and construction of residential structures, as well as skills of hand-crafting, advanced AutoCAD, and 3-D modeling using AutoDesk Revit.

Method:
Requirement:
Students are admitted based on their course grades
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Open to New York City residents
DIA Admissions:
  • Applicants eligible for free or reduced price lunch will be considered first for 72% of seats.
  • For the remaining 28% of seats, all students will be considered.
Academy of Engineering(Q83C)
Engineering

New York State approved CTE Program that leads to national certification aligned with industry standards and a CTE-endorsed Regents Diploma. Interdisciplinary project-based curriculum includes coursework in Introduction to Engineering & Design, Digital Electronics, Principles of Engineering, and Engineering Design & Development.

Method:
Requirement:
Students are admitted based on their course grades
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Open to New York City residents
DIA Admissions:
  • Applicants eligible for free or reduced price lunch will be considered first for 72% of seats.
  • For the remaining 28% of seats, all students will be considered.
75Q233 D75 Inclusion Program at High School for Construction Trades, Engineering and Architecture(Q83U)

Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2022-23
2021-22
Total Students Across All Grades
1,075
1,078
    Grade 12 Students
269
278
    Grade 11 Students
277
273
    Grade 10 Students
256
278
    Grade 9 Students
273
249
Avg. Class Size
29.1
Complaints / Suspensions
30 / 6
18 / 6
Attendance %
93%
92%
Graduation %
99%
99%
College %
81%
84%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
2,507 (1,069) / 246
312
2,550 / 252
306
Academy of Engineering (Q83C)
GE Applicants / Seats:
DIA Seats:
Non-DIA Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:

605 / 69 (8.77)
49
20
121 / 13 (9.31)
Offers - Waitlist
Architectural Design (Q83B)
GE Applicants / Seats:
DIA Seats:
Non-DIA Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:

497 / 69 (7.20)
49
20
92 / 13 (7.08)
Offers - Waitlist
Construction Trades & Management (Q83A)
GE Applicants / Seats:
DIA Seats:
Non-DIA Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:

311 / 69 (4.51)
49
20
108 / 13 (8.31)
Offers - Waitlist
75Q233 D75 Inclusion Program at High School for Construction Trades, Engineering and Architecture (Q83U)
GE Applicants / Seats:
SWD Applicants / Seats:

0 / 0 (0.00)
0 / 0 (0.00)
Waitlist
Survey Summary & Data (2022-23)
Student Responses - 45% responded
Academic Rigor 
  80.00%
Academic Engagement 
  62.33%
Safety 
  81.00%
Bully Prevention 
  71.13%
Inclusivity 
  85.80%
Mental Support 
  70.80%
Environment 
  71.18%
Post-School Support 
  84.33%
Teacher Responses - 70% responded
Academic Rigor 
  85.33%
School Satisfaction 
  84.50%
Student Behavior 
  78.78%
Student Support 
  87.60%
School Leadership 
  81.93%
Instructional Clarity 
  86.20%
Instructional Development 
  81.47%
Post-School Support 
  90.63%
Family Responses - 17% responded
Education 
  88.75%
Teacher Support 
  82.17%
Safety 
  91.00%
School Community 
  85.00%
School Leadership 
  91.36%
Post-School Support 
  92.00%

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. %
  99.30%
Avg. CC Regents Score
  72
Avg. Non-CC Regents Score
  57
College Aptitude
CCPC Index
  99.60%
Avg. SAT Math Score
  503
Avg. SAT Read/Write Score
  494
Postsecondary
2-Year College 11.90%
4-Year College 68.60%
Unknown 19.50%

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 66.50%
Female 33.50%
English Language Learners:
  1.80%
Students with IEPs:
  16.40%
Economic Need Index: 
  59.80%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 34.60%
Black 9.20%
Hispanic 37.80%
White 11.00%
Other 7.40%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Asian 11.90%
Black 16.40%
Hispanic 16.40%
White 49.30%
Other 6.00%
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