Benjamin N. Cardozo High
Q415 — Bayside, Queens
A rigorous, compassionate public education since 1967.
Grades 9–12 • 3,100 students • A community where every voice matters.
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About Our School
Where excellence meets heart.
Founded in 1967, Benjamin N. Cardozo High School serves grades 9–12 with a School of Excellence ethos that balances academic rigor and character development. Our 3,100 students thrive in a supportive community that values both brilliance and humanity.
At Cardozo, we believe success is defined by more than grades—it’s about fostering respect, inclusion, and lifelong curiosity. From 22 AP courses to 45 clubs and 32 athletic teams, every student finds their place here.
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Our Programs
Preparing students for college, careers, and citizenship.
Advanced Placement
22 AP courses challenge students with college-level curriculum, from Calculus to Computer Science, preparing them for top universities.
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Our award-winning Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps builds leadership, discipline, and teamwork through hands-on training and community service.
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With 45 clubs—from Robotics to Model UN—and 32 athletic teams, every student discovers passions beyond the classroom.
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