The Hunter College Campus School is made up of Hunter College Elementary School (K-6) and Hunter College High School (7-12).
Our schools strive to reflect the city they serve by admitting and educating a population of students who are culturally, socio-economically, and ethnically diverse.
We seek to serve as a model for combining excellence and equity, serving as a catalyst for change in New York City and the nation.
Our schools use the principles of gifted education, including depth, complexity, challenge, enrichment, and acceleration of the curriculum, to meet the needs of intellectually advanced students.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 1,215 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Hunter College High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Student Body
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
Student Body
Total Students
1,215 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
77 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
National avg.: 13:1
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hunter College High School's ranking?
Hunter College High School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Hunter College High School?
The application deadline for Hunter College High School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Calendar
View the Hunter College High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Eid al-Fitr (School Closed)
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Recess (School Closed)
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Memorial Day (School Closed)
May 26, 2025 (Monday)
Eid al-Adha (School Closed)
June 05, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day for Seniors
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
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