Performing Arts and Technology High School

Performing Arts and Technology High School serves 370 students in grades 9-12 in Brooklyn's East New York area. This regular public school maintains a favorable 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio with 30 full-time equivalent teachers, allowing for more personalized attention in the classroom. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #1224 out of 4758 schools statewide, placing it in the 74th percentile among New York high schools.

Students show impressive proficiency rates of 81% in both ELA/Reading and Math across all grade levels, significantly contributing to the school's solid 8.2 out of 10 academic score. Located at 400 Pennsylvania Avenue, the school serves a diverse urban community where the median household income is $52,569 and about one in four residents experience poverty. The neighborhood reflects a working-class character, with 19% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and median home values around $632,600.

This specialized high school's focus on performing arts and technology provides students with unique educational opportunities that blend creative and technical skills, preparing them for both college and career pathways. The school operates within Brooklyn's vibrant East New York community, offering students access to the rich cultural and educational resources of New York City.