Serving 1,250 students in grades 9-12, Clara Barton High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 67% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school / Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,250 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 76% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clara Barton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Clara Barton High School's student population of 1,250 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 101 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,250 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
101 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Clara Barton High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Clara Barton High School is 0.33, 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
#849 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
81%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
76%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clara Barton High School's ranking?
Clara Barton High School is ranked #849 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Clara Barton High School often compared to?
Clara Barton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like It Takes A Village Academy, Victory Collegiate High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Clara Barton High School?
The graduation rate of Clara Barton High School is 76%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Clara Barton High School?
1,250 students attend Clara Barton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Clara Barton High School students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clara Barton High School?
Clara Barton High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Clara Barton High School offer ?
Clara Barton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Clara Barton High School part of?
Clara Barton High School is part of New York City Geographic District #17 School District.
In what neighborhood is Clara Barton High School located?
Clara Barton High School is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
School Reviews
5 1/18/2013
I am a junior in high school, and is now looking for different school to intend. So far i liked what i have seem from this school. And maybe one day i would come and join.
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