Serving 2,304 students in grades 9-12, Curtis 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 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 87% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 2,304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Graduation Rate: 74% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 87% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Curtis High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Curtis High School's student population of 2,304 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 160 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
2,304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
160 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Curtis High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Curtis 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
#540 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
45%
29%
Black
32%
16%
White
12%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
74%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Curtis High School's ranking?
Curtis High School is ranked #540 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Curtis High School often compared to?
Curtis High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Susan E Wagner High School, Port Richmond High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 87% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Curtis High School?
The graduation rate of Curtis High School is 74%, which is lower than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Curtis High School?
2,304 students attend Curtis High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Curtis High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Curtis High School?
Curtis High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Curtis High School offer ?
Curtis High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Curtis High School part of?
Curtis High School is part of New York City Geographic District #31 School District.
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