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Francis Lewis High School

58 20 Utopia Parkway Queens, NY 11365
Q&A with the Principal, Musa Ali Shama

“Francis Lewis takes great pride in being recognized as one of New York City's ‘elite’ schools. It is one of the most culturally diverse schools in the city, with over …” Read More »

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58 20 Utopia Parkway
Queens, NY 11365
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Despite the fractured fall semester, high school journalists have managed to publish at least one edition of their school papers. Here's a summary of the top news from the student members of the press. Read More »
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Commanders Cup

The Francis Lewis High School Raider Teams captured 1st place at the Commanders Cup on Saturday, March 24. The Francis Lewis Patriot Battalion has two Raider teams, a male and female team, with an A and B team subdivision. Teams from schools from the New York City and Long Island … Read More »

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Tuesday Offers Extra Day to Regroup and Repair
The vast majority of New York City schools opened their doors to students Monday, while about 100 remained closed because of damaged buildings, lingering power outages and the need to house evacuees. City officials say they are using Election Day to get these remaining schools ready for students Wednesday morning. Read More »
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Francis Lewis Battalion Choir Sings At Elderly Home

The Francis Lewis Patriot Battalion Choir had their angelic voices heard by the elderly residents of the Self Help Center in Astoria, Queens. Every February, the Battalion Choir goes off to bring warm feelings to the elderly at the Self Help Center. The choir always loves to brighten their days … Read More »

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Cadets Serve Community, State, and Nation

The Patriot Battalion is renowned for its prestigious titles, countless awards, and for being the biggest battalion on the east coast. The battalion is also known for the countless community service projects that get carried out. The battalion consists of 5 individual companies, each of which carried out their own … Read More »

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In Defense of an Accused Teacher
A United Federation of Teachers chapter leader writes about his friend, Eric Chasanoff, one of 16 teachers who were recently profiled in newspaper stories about teachers who were cleared by arbitrators after being repeatedly charged with inappropriate behavior with students. He defends Mr. Chasanoff and writes: "Department of Education officials used the procedure they negotiated, and lost. For them to say, now, that it was unfair, smacks of sour grapes." Read More »
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Francis Lewis High School Patriot Raider Teams Remain National Champs!

November 5th, 6th, 7th – Molena, Georgia
2011 National Raider Challenge Champions
The Francis Lewis High School JROTC Patriot Battalion Raider teams dominated the Nationals in both the male and female divisions over the backbreaking weekend. Victory was the sweetest it had ever been, and history was … Read More »

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Forest Hills High School has more than 3,800 students, 12 assistant principals and 195 teachers. Despite its size and crowding issues, it has earned an A on its progress report three years in a row. The principal, Saul Gootnick, said his team changed the culture of the school by focusing on the classroom and introducing changes one step at a time. "You have to have a plan and you have to make people believe in what you think," he said. Read More »
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Patriot Battalion Proudly Marches in the Veterans Day Parade

On November 11th, 2011, thousands of members of the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps, and Air Force gathered in New York City for the distinguished Veterans’ Day Parade. Amongst the long lines of marching of the city, JROTC Patriots and cadets from neighboring schools were found lined up in Madison … Read More »

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Francis Lewis High School Patriot Raider Teams Remain National Champs!

November 5th, 6th, 7th – Molena, Georgia
2011 National Raider Challenge Champions
The Francis Lewis High School JROTC Patriot Battalion Raider teams dominated the Nationals in both the male and female divisions over the backbreaking weekend. Victory was the sweetest it had ever been, and history was … Read More »

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Francis Lewis High School Patriot Raider Teams Remain National Champs!

November 5th, 6th, 7th – Molena, Georgia
2011 National Raider Challenge Champions
The Francis Lewis High School JROTC Patriot Battalion Raider teams dominated the Nationals in both the male and female divisions over the backbreaking weekend. Victory was the sweetest it had ever been, and history was … Read More »

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Francis Lewis High School Community Network Event

You are cordially invited to attend Francis Lewis High School PTA's 1st ANNUAL COMMUNITY NETWORKING FAIR on Saturday, NOVEMBER 19TH from 10 AM TO 4 PM

The PTA of Francis Lewis High School in partnership with New York City Agencies, local politicians, and Community Based Organizations will … Read More »

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  • Performance8 Above Average
  • Satisfaction 7 Above Average
  • Diversity 7 Above Average
8/9 Key indicators of this school's performance, including test scores and graduation rates. View All Data »
Performance Statistics
SAT Scores<br> 1461 / 2400
Above Average
Regents English
88%
Above Average
Regents Mathematics
81%
Above Average
Regents Science
78%
Above Average
Regents History
77%
Above Average
Regents Rate
72%
Above Average
10-Credit Rate
92%
Above Average
Weighted Diploma Rate 231.0 / 350
Above Average
Regents Completion 77.5 / 100
Above Average
College Enrollment Rate 78.6 / 100
Above Average
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More about Francis Lewis High School

Population 4,152 students
School Type High
Grades 8th-12th
2012 Progress
Report
A
Avg. Attendance Rate 92%
Advanced Placement Courses
  • Biology
  • Calculus AB
  • Calculus BC
  • Chemistry
  • Chinese Language and Culture
  • Computer Science A
  • Economics: Macro
  • English Literature and Composition
  • French Language
  • Government and Politics: United States
  • Japanese Language and Culture
  • Physics B
  • Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
  • Physics C: Mechanics
  • Psychology
  • Spanish Language
  • Spanish Literature
  • Statistics
  • United States History
  • World History
Language Classes
  • Chinese
  • French
  • Hebrew
  • Italian
  • Japanese
  • Korean
  • Latin
  • Modern Greek
  • Spanish
Program Highlights
  • University Scholars Program
  • Math and Science Research Institute
  • Jacob Javits Law Academy
  • Gateway Institute
  • JROTC
  • Forensic Science Academy
  • Engineering Academy
  • Art
  • Drama
  • Regents Dance
  • Instrumental and Choral Music
  • Design Academy
Artistic Extracurriculars
  • Performing Arts (Broadway Production)
  • Dance
  • Marching Band
  • Concert Choir
  • Mixed Chorus
  • Jazz Band
  • Honors Orchestra
  • Fashion Design
  • Photography
  • Service Corps
  • Conflict Resolution Program
  • Peer Mediation and Negotiation
Clubs
  • Robotics
  • Italian
  • African Heritage
  • Chinese
  • Korean
  • Hebrew
  • Hellenic
  • French
  • Japanese
  • Muslim Students Association
  • "Patriot" Newspaper
  • Dance
  • Desi
  • Horticulture
  • Pre-Med Association
  • Seekers
  • Cheerleading
  • Step Squad
  • Key
  • ASPIRA
Academic Extracurriculars
  • Publications in all subject areas
  • Math Team
  • Authentic Science Research
  • Mock Trial
  • Debate Team
  • Moot Court
Higher Education Partnerships
  • Queens College
  • Queensborough Community College
  • St. John&rsquo;s University
  • Hofstra University
  • York College
  • The Sophie Davis School of Biomedical Education at the City College of New York
  • Columbia University
  • Polytechnic University at New York University (NYU-Poly)
  • John Jay College
Non-Profit Opportunities
  • Ozanam Hall Nursing Home
Other Partnerships
  • Marathon Program
  • Day Care 811 @ PS 136
  • Queens Center for Progress
  • Co-op Tech
  • Vocational and Educational Services for Individuals with Disabilities (VESID)
Community Organization Partners
  • Coalition for Asian American Children and Families
  • Flushing Young Men's Christian Association (YMCA)
  • Chapin Home for the Aging
  • Queens Mediation Services
  • Queens Theater in the Park
  • St. Luke's Roosevelt Hospital
  • NY Hospital Queens
  • Stony Brook University Medical Center
  • Mount Sinai Medical Center
  • Row New York
Corporate Partners
  • Proskauer Rose
  • T.J. Maxx
  • Toys-R-Us
Sports
  • We have a full program of intramural school sports.
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