Williamsburg Charter High School

198 Varet St
Brooklyn, NY 11206
(School attendance zone shown in map)
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 665 students in grades 9-12, Williamsburg Charter 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 665 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 90% (Btm 50% in NY)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Williamsburg Charter High School's student population of 665 students has declined by 31% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
665 students
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Motto
Preparing students to make sense of the world

School Rankings

Williamsburg Charter 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 Williamsburg Charter High School is 0.51, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#3158 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
20-24%
52%
40-59%
49%
70-74%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
60%
31%
Black
37%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
90%
87%
(22-23)
100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Williamsburg Charter High School's ranking?
Williamsburg Charter High School is ranked #3158 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Williamsburg Charter High School often compared to?
Williamsburg Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsburg High School Of Art And Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Williamsburg Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Williamsburg Charter High School is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Williamsburg Charter High School?
665 students attend Williamsburg Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Williamsburg Charter High School students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Williamsburg Charter High School?
Williamsburg Charter High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Williamsburg Charter High School offer ?
Williamsburg Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Williamsburg Charter High School part of?
Williamsburg Charter High School is part of Williamsburg Charter High School District.
In what neighborhood is Williamsburg Charter High School located?
Williamsburg Charter High School is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.

School Reviews

5   10/10/2025
looking for transcript of year 1956 as of may 1956. at williamsburgh voc.high school. jane perry ,05-17-1938 completed 11th grade 09-1955-may 1956, where do i find it
- Posted by Student/Alumni - fluff
1   10/10/2025
This school is a terrible school. This school has fights every day and bullying occurs every day. I recommend you not to put your kids in this school.
- Posted by Parent - Christine

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 665 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : 90% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40-59% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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