Fort Hamilton High School is a public high school in Brooklyn, New York, United States, under the jurisdiction of the New York City Department of Education. Students in Bay Ridge, Sunset Park and Dyker Heights are zoned to Fort Hamilton HS. It is named for the Army garrison at Fort Hamilton.
Serving 3,984 students in grades 9-12, Fort Hamilton 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 81% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,984 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: 82% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 81% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 97% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fort Hamilton 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
Fort Hamilton High School's student population of 3,984 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 237 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,984 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
237 teachers
Year Founded
1941
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Fort Hamilton 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 Fort Hamilton High School is 0.70, 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
#356 out of 4377 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
97%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
30%
10%
Hispanic
31%
30%
Black
3%
16%
White
34%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
82%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tigers
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fort Hamilton High School's ranking?
Fort Hamilton High School is ranked #356 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Fort Hamilton High School often compared to?
Fort Hamilton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
81% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Fort Hamilton High School?
The graduation rate of Fort Hamilton High School is 82%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Fort Hamilton High School?
3,984 students attend Fort Hamilton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Fort Hamilton High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fort Hamilton High School?
Fort Hamilton High School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Fort Hamilton High School offer ?
Fort Hamilton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Fort Hamilton High School part of?
Fort Hamilton High School is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is Fort Hamilton High School located?
Fort Hamilton High School is located in the Bay Ridge neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Bay Ridge.
School Reviews
4 10/7/2020
Nice school, very academically challenging, but way too crowded.
5 12/14/2009
I think Fort Hamilton is an excellent school. I attendend from 1996 to 2000. They have many versitile class offerings. Some of my favorites when I was there were potery and cooking classes. They also have a wonderful pool that the students get to make use of as well. I had a lot of good teachers when I was there and some of them really had an impact on my life.
Review Fort Hamilton High School. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
Texas Schools: The Voucher/School Choice Debate
The issue of school choice and a voucher system is currently being revisited in Houston and across the state of Texas, with strong opinions on both sides of the debate.
Fuel Up to Play 60 Focuses on Integrating Fitness and Wellness into the School Day
What if NFL players came to your school? With the Fuel Up to Play 60 program, sponsored by the National Dairy Council and the NFL, nutrition and exercise are promoted during the school day. NFL players participate in the program by coming to schools and talking to students about fitness. Learn more about the program and some of the schools that are implementing it.
What Parents Need to Know About Lunch Shaming
Students all over the nation go hungry every day not because their schools don’t offer lunch, but because they refuse them to children with outstanding debts. Read on to learn about the horror that is lunch shaming and what can be done about it.
