School Address: 345 Chambers St New York NY 10282
School District: New York City Geographic District # 2
County: New York County
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Stuyvesant High School is a prestigious public high school located at 345 Chambers Street, New York, NY 10282. Known for its strong emphasis on mathematics, science, and technology, Stuyvesant is one of the nine specialized high schools in New York City that require an entrance exam, the Specialized High Schools Admissions Test (SHSAT), for admission. Founded in 1904, Stuyvesant has a reputation for academic excellence and rigorous curriculum. It offers a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses and has numerous clubs and extracurricular activities, including a strong emphasis on STEM-related pursuits. The student body at Stuyvesant is diverse, drawing from all boroughs of New York City, and the school is renowned for its high-achieving students and notable alumni, which include Nobel laureates, government leaders, and successful professionals in various fields. The school is located in Battery Park City, with facilities that include modern classrooms, science labs, and a theater. Stuyvesant High School is consistently ranked among the top public high schools in the United States, attracting a highly competitive applicant pool each year.