Serving 408 students in grades 9-12, Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology's student population of 408 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology is 0.54, 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
#1058 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
63%
29%
Black
25%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology's ranking?
Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology is ranked #1058 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology?
The graduation rate of Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology?
408 students attend Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology?
Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology offer ?
Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology part of?
Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology is part of New York City Geographic District #14 School District.
In what neighborhood is Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology located?
Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology is located in the Southside neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Southside.
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