The Queens High School for the Sciences at York College (QHSS) is ranked number six in New York State for 2016, and it is routinely in the top ten (or even five) state high schools. This specialized high school in Queens is one of NYC’s nine specialized schools, so the only way to get an acceptance is by acing the Specialized High School Admissions Test (SHSAT). We’ve gathered some important info about QHSS admissions so students can decide whether they want to study for the SHSAT and aim for an acceptance letter.