Serving 153 students in grades 9-12, Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 153 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 20-24% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School serves a large attendance zone 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 21.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School's student population of 153 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
153 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
The diversity score of Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School is 0.44, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
62%
Showing 2011–2021. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
72%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
20-24%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 15-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 schools are Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School often compared to?
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Hamilton High School, Brooklyn Theatre Arts High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School?
The graduation rate of Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School is 20-24%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School?
153 students attend Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School?
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School offer ?
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School part of?
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School is part of New York City Geographic District #23.
In what neighborhood is Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School located?
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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