Serving 283 students in grades 9-12, International High School At Prospect Heights 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 <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 283 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
International High School At Prospect Heights's student population of 283 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
283 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of International High School At Prospect Heights is 0.61, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
57%
29%
Black
24%
16%
White
9%
41%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (12-13)
5%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are International High School At Prospect Heights often compared to?
International High School At Prospect Heightsis often viewed alongside schools like Millennium Brooklyn High School, Bedford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of International High School At Prospect Heights?
The graduation rate of International High School At Prospect Heights is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend International High School At Prospect Heights?
283 students attend International High School At Prospect Heights.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of International High School At Prospect Heights students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of International High School At Prospect Heights?
International High School At Prospect Heights has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does International High School At Prospect Heights offer ?
International High School At Prospect Heights offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is International High School At Prospect Heights part of?
International High School At Prospect Heights is part of New York City Geographic District #17 School District.
In what neighborhood is International High School At Prospect Heights located?
International High School At Prospect Heights is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
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