Serving 180 students in grades 9-12, Professional Pathways 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: 30-34% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Professional Pathways High School serves a diverse attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20-30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 22.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Professional Pathways High School's student population of 180 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
180 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Motto
'Charting a Course For the Future'
School Rankings
Professional Pathways High School 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 Professional Pathways High School is 0.70, 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
#2869 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
43%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
26%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
22%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
30-34%
87.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
92%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 12-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 Professional Pathways High School's ranking?
Professional Pathways High School is ranked #2869 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Professional Pathways High School?
The graduation rate of Professional Pathways High School is 30-34%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Professional Pathways High School?
180 students attend Professional Pathways High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Professional Pathways High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, and 9% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Professional Pathways High School?
Professional Pathways High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Professional Pathways High School offer ?
Professional Pathways High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Professional Pathways High School part of?
Professional Pathways High School is part of New York City Geographic District #22.
In what neighborhood is Professional Pathways High School located?
Professional Pathways High School is located in the Sheepshead Bay neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 9 other public schools located in Sheepshead Bay.
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