Very Good
#851 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 18% in state
Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
131 AVE OF THE AMERICAS, New York, NY 10013
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
379
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.8
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#851 of 4,742
In New York
#85 of 346
public schools
In district
#51 of 118
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School
Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School is a public high school in New York, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2. Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School serves approximately 379 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #851 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.8 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
53% of students at Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School — Students at Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School score 91% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.6/10.
How Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School Compares
See how Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
131 AVE OF THE AMERICAS, New York, NY 10013
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. STUYVESANT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.2/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is NYC ISCHOOL (rated 8.0/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ELISABETH IRWIN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New York, see our New York schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NYC ISCHOOL New York | 0.0 mi | 8.0 |
| BROOME STREET ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.0 mi | 6.6 |
| ELISABETH IRWIN HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.2 mi | 7.3 |
| HIGH SCHOOL 560 CITY-AS-SCHOOL New York | 0.3 mi | 7.0 |
| PS 721 MANHATTAN OCCUPATIONAL TRAINING CENTER New York | 0.3 mi | 3.8 |
| PORTFOLIO SCHOOL New York | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MS 297 New York | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| PS 3 CHARRETTE SCHOOL New York | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| ST LUKES SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 130 HERNANDO DE SOTO New York | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ACADEMY OF ST JOSEPH New York | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| VILLAGE COMMUNITY SCHOOL New York | 0.6 mi | 7.4 |
| GERMAN SCHOOL MANHATTAN New York | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 234 INDEPENDENCE SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| STUYVESANT HIGH SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| TRANSFIGURATION SCHOOL New York | 0.7 mi | 5.9 |
| PS 89 New York | 0.7 mi | 8.6 |
| IS 289 New York | 0.7 mi | 8.4 |
| PS 41 GREENWICH VILLAGE New York | 0.8 mi | 7.5 |
| PATHWAYS CHILDRENS SERVICES New York | 0.7 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 10013 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$159,474
Median Home Value
$2,000,001
Median Rent
$2,378/mo
Population
28,215
College Educated
72%
Homeownership
29.5%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
40.3
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|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING (THE) Brooklyn, NY | 7.8 |
| ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.8 |
| BEAVER RIVER SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Beaver Falls, NY | 7.8 |
| BRONX CENTER FOR SCIENCE AND MATHEMATICS Bronx, NY | 7.8 |
| BRONX COLLEGIATE ACADEMY Bronx, NY | 7.8 |
| BRONX HEALTH SCIENCES HIGH SCHOOL Bronx, NY | 7.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School
What grades does Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School serve?
Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School?
Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School has an enrollment of approximately 379 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School rank in NY?
Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School ranks #851 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 91% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School a charter school?
No, Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School a Title I school?
No, Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School?
82.8% of students at Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 379
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 40
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.8%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- New York County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 52.8%
- Phone
- (212) 925-1080
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT # 2- District Enrollment
- 55,421
- Schools in District
- 119
- District Rank
- #51 of 118
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