Serving 968 students in grades 9-12, Williamsburg Charter High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 968 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Williamsburg Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Williamsburg Charter High School's student population of 968 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 62 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
968 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
62 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Williamsburg Charter High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Williamsburg Charter High School is 0.53, 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
#1708 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
57%
29%
Black
39%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 Williamsburg Charter High School's ranking?
Williamsburg Charter High School is ranked #1708 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Williamsburg Charter High School often compared to?
Williamsburg Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williamsburg Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Williamsburg Charter High School is 84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Williamsburg Charter High School?
968 students attend Williamsburg Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Williamsburg Charter High School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Williamsburg Charter High School?
Williamsburg Charter High School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williamsburg Charter High School offer ?
Williamsburg Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Williamsburg Charter High School part of?
Williamsburg Charter High School is part of Williamsburg Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Williamsburg Charter High School located?
Williamsburg Charter High School is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
School Reviews
1 3/30/2020
This school is a terrible school. This school has fights every day and bullying occurs every day. I recommend you not to put your kids in this school.
5 8/23/2013
looking for transcript of year 1956 as of may 1956. at williamsburgh voc.high school. jane perry ,05-17-1938 completed 11th grade 09-1955-may 1956, where do i find it
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