New Utrecht High School is a public high school located in Bensonhurst, a neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. The school is operated by the New York City Department of Education under District 20 and serves students of grades 9 to 12.
Serving 3,236 students in grades 9-12, New Utrecht High School ranks in the top 20% 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 68% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 3,236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Graduation Rate: 79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 98% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: New Utrecht High School serves an attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 1.4 square miles. Families within this area can typically reach the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of about 0.7 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 1 mile.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Utrecht High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Utrecht High School's student population of 3,236 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 209 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
3,236 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
209 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1915
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Utrecht High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Utrecht High School is 0.67, 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
#500 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
98%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
41%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
19%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
79%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Green
School Mascot
Utes
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Utrecht High School's ranking?
New Utrecht High School is ranked #500 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are New Utrecht High School often compared to?
New Utrecht High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Utrecht High School?
The graduation rate of New Utrecht High School is 79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend New Utrecht High School?
3,236 students attend New Utrecht High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of New Utrecht High School students are Asian, 36% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Utrecht High School?
New Utrecht High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does New Utrecht High School offer ?
New Utrecht High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Utrecht High School part of?
New Utrecht High School is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is New Utrecht High School located?
New Utrecht High School is located in the Bensonhurst neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Bensonhurst.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
It is a beautiful school where students feel comfortable. School training programa includes many areas aimed at personal development of the child, including the arts, mathematics, sports, law, etc. Teachers help the students to evaluate their knowledge, participating in these programs. They support and motivate New Utrecht's students to conduct school years for the benefit of themselves, found themselves, and acquire and enhance certainty in the choice of future profession.
5 10/10/2025
this is a great school my child started the N.U.H school and she is very happy. The school is located in a very good area of Brooklyn, she can go by bus or train since bus B8, train D, pass by school area. There is a lot of stores where the student can go buy things. The teacher are very nice. The school has very good coaches that encourage kids to join their teams to keep kids out of trouble. The guards that guard the school are very protected of school and will assist if you asked for help. Thanks to Guard Mr. Cruz who was very helpful to me and my child when she went to get her program and picture ID. I will definitely recommend this school.
1 10/10/2025
Honestly, as a student who went from freshmen to senior, this school shouldn't be even allowed firstly, with bad teachers and the student feel helpless, bad food every lunch day, For me I needed to pickup my small sister after school but they wouldn't let me change my schedule at all. Even my friend for religion purposes they wouldn't let him change one period or even his lunch as he had to be fasting. All in all if you are looking for a student POV and whether this school is the one or not, it's definitely not the one.
5 10/10/2025
my kid is going to this school she said it is so nice and good she made lots of friends and the air is good also the teams she joins swimming it is so good.
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