Bay Ridge High School was a school based in Bay Ridge, Brooklyn. Initially the school was co educational, but when New Utrecht High School was formed it became an all girls high school. It served as the sister school to Brooklyn Technical High School. It was closed in 1985.
Serving 1,222 students in grades 9-12, High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 82%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The High School of Telecommunications Arts and Technology serves a large attendance area in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 21.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology's student population of 1,222 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 108 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,222 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
108 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology 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 Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology is 0.62, 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
#2844 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
20%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
56%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
18%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 11-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
95%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology's ranking?
High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology is ranked #2844 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology often compared to?
High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Hamilton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology?
The graduation rate of High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology?
1,222 students attend High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Asian, 18% of students are White, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology?
High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology offer ?
High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology part of?
High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology located?
High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology is located in the Bay Ridge neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in Bay Ridge.
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