Science Skills Center High School

Science Skills Center High School serves 488 students in grades 9-12 in Brooklyn's affluent DUMBO and Brooklyn Heights area. This regular public high school maintains a favorable 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio with 37 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an environment where students can receive more individualized attention. The school demonstrates exceptional academic performance, earning a 7.6 out of 10 MySchoolScout rating and ranking #717 out of 4,758 schools statewide, placing it in the 85th percentile among New York high schools.

Students consistently excel in core subjects, with 95% achieving proficiency or above in English Language Arts and Reading, and an impressive 92% meeting or exceeding proficiency standards in Mathematics. Located at 49 Flatbush Avenue Extension, Science Skills Center High School sits in one of Brooklyn's most desirable neighborhoods. The surrounding 11201 ZIP code reflects a highly educated community, with 78% of residents holding bachelor's degrees or higher and a median household income of $163,310.

The area's median home value of $1,123,700 indicates a well-established, prosperous neighborhood with significant investment in education and community resources. The school benefits from being situated in this vibrant urban setting where families prioritize academic achievement and educational excellence.