Serving 5,966 students in grades 8-12, Brooklyn Technical High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥99% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥99% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 5,966 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1%
- Math Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Technical High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brooklyn Technical High School's student population of 5,966 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 291 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
5,966 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
291 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brooklyn Technical High School ranks within the top 1% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Technical High School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1 out of 4093 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
21:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
59%
10%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
6%
16%
White
23%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Technical High School's ranking?
Brooklyn Technical High School is ranked #1 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Technical High School often compared to?
Brooklyn Technical High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Midwood High School, Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥99% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while ≥99% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn Technical High School?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Technical High School is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Technical High School?
5,966 students attend Brooklyn Technical High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Brooklyn Technical High School students are Asian, 23% of students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Technical High School?
Brooklyn Technical High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Technical High School offer ?
Brooklyn Technical High School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooklyn Technical High School part of?
Brooklyn Technical High School is part of New York City Geographic District #13 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Technical High School located?
Brooklyn Technical High School is located in the Fort Greene neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Fort Greene.
School Reviews
5 9/8/2023
I had a great high school education here with a diverse group of students and teachers. All students had the ambition to attend college and had goals to make a difference in the world. Each student was happy with the majors that they selected and great friendships were formed within the cohort.
5 7/21/2021
best school in new york!
5 6/25/2020
Best school in Brooklyn.
5 9/27/2011
I really dont know because i havent been there yet but i looking foeward to going i am a senior
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