Serving 3,112 students in grades 9-12, New Utrecht High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian and 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: 3,112 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Utrecht High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
New Utrecht High School's student population of 3,112 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 212 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
3,112 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
212 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
New Utrecht High School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Utrecht High School is 0.68, 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
#297 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
39%
10%
Hispanic
36%
29%
Black
3%
16%
White
21%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Utrecht High School's ranking?
New Utrecht High School is ranked #297 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are New Utrecht High School often compared to?
New Utrecht High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Utrecht High School?
The graduation rate of New Utrecht High School is 74%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend New Utrecht High School?
3,112 students attend New Utrecht High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of New Utrecht High School students are Asian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Utrecht High School?
New Utrecht High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Utrecht High School offer ?
New Utrecht High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Utrecht High School part of?
New Utrecht High School is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is New Utrecht High School located?
New Utrecht High School is located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Bensonhurst.
School Reviews
5 3/22/2022
my kid is going to this school she said it is so nice and good she made lots of friends and the air is good also the teams she joins swimming it is so good.
1 5/1/2020
Honestly, as a student who went from freshmen to senior, this school shouldn't be even allowed firstly, with bad teachers and the student feel helpless, bad food every lunch day, For me I needed to pickup my small sister after school but they wouldn't let me change my schedule at all. Even my friend for religion purposes they wouldn't let him change one period or even his lunch as he had to be fasting. All in all if you are looking for a student POV and whether this school is the one or not, it's definitely not the one.
5 5/17/2016
It is a beautiful school where students feel comfortable. School training programa includes many areas aimed at personal development of the child, including the arts, mathematics, sports, law, etc. Teachers help the students to evaluate their knowledge, participating in these programs. They support and motivate New Utrecht's students to conduct school years for the benefit of themselves, found themselves, and acquire and enhance certainty in the choice of future profession.
5 9/13/2013
this is a great school my child started the N.U.H school and she is very happy. The school is located in a very good area of Brooklyn, she can go by bus or train since bus B8, train D, pass by school area. There is a lot of stores where the student can go buy things. The teacher are very nice. The school has very good coaches that encourage kids to join their teams to keep kids out of trouble. The guards that guard the school are very protected of school and will assist if you asked for help. Thanks to Guard Mr. Cruz who was very helpful to me and my child when she went to get her program and picture ID. I will definitely recommend this school.
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