Serving 365 students in grades 9-12, High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow ranks in the bottom 50% 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 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The HS for Public Service-Heroes of Tomorrow serves a broad area in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone being about 12.8 miles, and the furthest edge located 20.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow's student population of 365 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
365 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow is 0.36, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2423 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Hispanic
14%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Black
79%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. View full 22-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)63.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow's ranking?
High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow is ranked #2423 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow often compared to?
High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrowis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 20-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow?
The graduation rate of High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow?
365 students attend High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow?
High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow offer ?
High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow part of?
High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow located?
High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow is located in the Little Caribbean neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Little Caribbean.
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