Clara Barton High School

Clara Barton High School serves 1,250 students in grades 9-12 as a vocational and technical school in Brooklyn's Crown Heights area. With 100 full-time equivalent teachers, the school maintains a favorable 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio, allowing for more individualized attention in its specialized programs. As a vocational/technical institution, Clara Barton focuses on preparing students for careers through hands-on learning and practical skill development.

The school currently ranks #2980 out of 4,758 high schools statewide, placing it in the 37th percentile among New York schools, with room for academic growth as students balance traditional coursework with technical training. The school draws from a diverse community where 46% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher, and the median household income reaches $82,716. While 15.3% of neighborhood families face economic challenges, the area's median home value of $1.17 million reflects the ongoing development and investment in this Brooklyn community of nearly 58,500 residents.

Clara Barton High School operates within Brooklyn's dynamic urban landscape, where students can access both the specialized career preparation the school offers and the broader educational and cultural opportunities that come with attending school in one of New York City's most vibrant boroughs.