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The High School of Fashion Industries

225 West 24 Street Manhattan, NY 10011
310200011600
225 West 24 Street
Manhattan, NY 10011
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Stoking Students' Fascination With Fashion

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“Young is young, and we need you,” the designer Betsey Johnson told students at the High School of Fashion Industries in Manhattan on Wednesday, as part of a panel to discuss careers in fashion. “I’m living proof that no matter how much you don’t look like you’re in the fashion industry. I just still play it full speed ahead, 46 years later in the business.” Read More »
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  • Performance7 Above Average
  • Satisfaction 6 Average
  • Diversity 6 Average
7/9 Key indicators of this school's performance, including test scores and graduation rates. View All Data »
Performance Statistics
SAT Scores<br> 1247 / 2400
Average
Regents English
92%
Above Average
Regents Mathematics
80%
Above Average
Regents Science
76%
Average
Regents History
77%
Above Average
Regents Rate
77%
Above Average
10-Credit Rate
90%
Average
Weighted Diploma Rate 250.6 / 350
Above Average
Regents Completion 83.8 / 100
Above Average
College Enrollment Rate 64.2 / 100
Average
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More about The High School of Fashion Industries

Population 1,599 students
School Type High
Grades 9th-12th
2012 Progress
Report		 A
Avg. Attendance Rate 90%
Advanced Placement Courses
  • Biology
  • English Literature and Composition
  • Spanish Language
  • United States History
Language Classes
  • Spanish
Program Highlights
  • Honors Classes
  • Orientation/Skills Program
  • Business of Art
  • Business of Fashion Design
  • Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) Saturday Live
  • City University of New York (CUNY) College Now
Artistic Extracurriculars
  • Drama
  • Peer Leadership Training
  • Peer Mediation and Conflict Resolution
  • Fashion Cares Community Service Organization
  • Adopt-a-Student Mentorship
  • School Leadership Team
  • Student Government
Clubs
  • Photography
  • Human Rights
  • Anime
  • Drama
  • Literary Magazine
  • Rif-Raf Book
  • Newspaper
  • Writing Workshop
  • Art/Fashion Portfolio
  • Hip-Hop/Reggae Dance
  • Crochet
  • Costume History and Design
  • Cosmetology
  • Tailoring
  • Accessories
Cultural & Arts Partners)
  • Museum of Modern Art (MoMA)
  • Roundabout Theatre
  • Lincoln Center Stages
  • National Arts Club
  • Arts Connection
  • Latinos in Fashion and Entertainment
  • Studio Museum in Harlem
  • Young Audiences
  • International Center for Photography
  • The Jewish Museum
  • Young Playwrights
Higher Education Partnerships
  • The City University of New York (CUNY)
  • Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)
  • The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art
  • Parsons School of Design
  • Pratt Institute
Non-Profit Opportunities
  • IMG
  • Council of Fashion Designers of America
  • Big Brothers Big Sisters
  • Black Retail Action Group
  • Underfashion Club
  • Young Menswear Association
  • National Association of Mens Sportswear Buyers
Other Partnerships
  • The Advisory Board to The High School of Fashion Industries
Community Organization Partners
  • The Door
  • Mount Sinai Adolescent Health Clinic
Corporate Partners
  • Barney's
  • Bloomingdales
  • Liz Claiborne Foundation
  • Lancome
  • The Promotion Factory
Sports
  • Cheerleading
  • Weight Training
  • Yoga
  • Soccer
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