Top Rankings
New York City Geographic District #17 School District ranks among the top 20% of public school district in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Largest student body (number of students) (Top 1%)
For the 2025 school year, there are 18 public high schools serving 7,540 students in New York City Geographic District #17 School District. This district's average high testing ranking is 6/10, which is in the top 50% of public high schools in New York.
Public High Schools in New York City Geographic District #17 School District have an average math proficiency score of 58% (versus the New York public high school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 72% (versus the 59% statewide average).
Public High School in New York City Geographic District #17 School District have a Graduation Rate of 82%, which is less than the New York average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Medgar Evers College Preparatory School, with 96% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Overview
This School District
This State (NY)
# Schools
49 Schools
1,462 Schools
# Students
16,995 Students
948,443 Students
# Teachers
1,438 Teachers
85,120 Teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
District Rank
New York City Geographic District #17 School District, which is ranked #587 of all 1,015 school districts in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2021-2022 school year.
The school district's graduation rate of 80% has increased from 71% over five school years.
Overall District Rank
#595 out of 1020 school districts
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
78%
Graduation Rate
80%
87%
Students by Ethnicity:
Diversity Score
0.48
0.72
# American Indian Students
241 Students
6,595 Students
% American Indian Students
2%
1%
# Asian Students
388 Students
88,545 Students
% Asian Students
2%
9%
# Hispanic Students
3,403 Students
283,243 Students
% Hispanic Students
20%
30%
# Black Students
11,779 Students
166,153 Students
% Black Students
69%
18%
# White Students
733 Students
372,714 Students
% White Students
4%
39%
# Hawaiian Students
98 Students
2,305 Students
% Hawaiian Students
1%
n/a
# Two or more races Students
352 Students
28,599 Students
% of Two or more races Students
2%
3%
Students by Grade:
# Students in PK Grade:
788
1,771
# Students in K Grade:
1,088
8,059
# Students in 1st Grade:
998
8,554
# Students in 2nd Grade:
998
8,371
# Students in 3rd Grade:
924
7,780
# Students in 4th Grade:
976
7,793
# Students in 5th Grade:
974
8,403
# Students in 6th Grade:
1,109
21,495
# Students in 7th Grade:
1,130
32,809
# Students in 8th Grade:
1,150
35,917
# Students in 9th Grade:
1,898
205,039
# Students in 10th Grade:
1,700
201,456
# Students in 11th Grade:
1,678
191,213
# Students in 12th Grade:
1,517
185,905
# Ungraded Students:
67
23,878
Best New York City Geographic District #17 School District Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: ≥90%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
600 Kingston Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11203
(718) 221-1097
Brooklyn, NY 11203
(718) 221-1097
Grades: 9-12
| 445 students
Rank: #22.
Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech)
Vocational School
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
150 Albany Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11213
(718) 221-1593
Brooklyn, NY 11213
(718) 221-1593
Grades: 9-12
| 539 students
Rank: #33.
High School For Global Citizenship
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
883 Classon Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(718) 230-6300
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(718) 230-6300
Grades: 9-12
| 220 students
Rank: #44.
Academy For Health Careers
Vocational School
(Math: 70-79% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
150 Albany Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11213
(718) 773-0128
Brooklyn, NY 11213
(718) 773-0128
Grades: 9-12
| 198 students
Rank: #55.
Science Technology & Research Early College
(Math: 59% | Reading: 84%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
911 Flatbush Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 564-2540
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 564-2540
Grades: 6-12
| 571 students
Rank: #66.
Clara Barton High School
Vocational School
Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 67% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
901 Classon Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(718) 636-4900
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(718) 636-4900
Grades: 9-12
| 1,250 students
Rank: #77.
Medgar Evers College Preparatory School
(Math: 49% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1186 Carroll St
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(718) 703-5400
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(718) 703-5400
Grades: 6-12
| 1,293 students
Rank: #88.
High School For Youth And Community Development At Erasmus
(Math: 80-89% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
911 Flatbush Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 564-2470
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 564-2470
Grades: 9-12
| 487 students
Rank: #99.
School For Human Rights
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
600 Kingston Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11203
(718) 771-4793
Brooklyn, NY 11203
(718) 771-4793
Grades: 9-12
| 139 students
Rank: #1010.
Brooklyn School For Music & Theater
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
883 Classon Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(718) 230-6250
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(718) 230-6250
Grades: 9-12
| 210 students
Rank: #1111.
Aspirations Diploma Plus High School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1150 E New York Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11212
(718) 773-7765
Brooklyn, NY 11212
(718) 773-7765
Grades: 9-12
| 150 students
Rank: #1212.
Academy Of Hospitality And Tourism
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
911 Flatbush Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 564-2580
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 564-2580
Grades: 9-12
| 371 students
Rank: #1313.
High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow
(Math: 70-74% | Reading: 20-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
600 Kingston Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11203
(718) 756-5325
Brooklyn, NY 11203
(718) 756-5325
Grades: 9-12
| 379 students
Rank: #1414.
Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 21-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
883 Classon Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(718) 230-6363
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(718) 230-6363
Grades: 9-12
| 235 students
Rank: #1515.
Brownsville Academy High School
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1150 E New York Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11212
(718) 778-7305
Brooklyn, NY 11212
(718) 778-7305
Grades: 9-12
| 107 students
Rank: #1616.
AcademyFor College Prep And Career Exp
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 40-44%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
911 Flatbush Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 564-2566
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 564-2566
Grades: 6-12
| 426 students
Rank: #1717.
International High School At Prospect Heights
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 35-39% )
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
883 Classon Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(718) 230-6333
Brooklyn, NY 11225
(718) 230-6333
Grades: 9-12
| 291 students
Rank: #1818.
High School For Service And Learning At Erasmus
(Math: 30-39% | Reading: ≤20%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
911 Flatbush Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 564-2551
Brooklyn, NY 11226
(718) 564-2551
Grades: 9-12
| 229 students
Recent Articles
What Is A Charter School?
Explore the world of charter schools in this comprehensive guide. Learn about their history, how they operate, and the pros and cons of this educational innovation. Discover key facts about charter schools, including admission policies, demographics, and funding, as well as what to look for when considering a charter school for your child.
10 Reasons Why High School Sports Benefit Students
Discover the 10 compelling reasons why high school sports are beneficial for students. This comprehensive article explores how athletics enhance academic performance, foster personal growth, and develop crucial life skills. From improved fitness and time management to leadership development and community representation, learn why participating in high school sports can be a game-changer for students' overall success and well-being.
February 05, 2025
Understanding the U.S. Department of Education: Structure, Impact, and EvolutionWe explore how the Department of Education shapes American education, from its cabinet-level leadership to its impact on millions of students, written for general audiences seeking clarity on this vital institution.
