Very Good
#1173 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 25% in state
Sunset Park High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
153 35TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Enrollment
1,343
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,343
Student-Teacher
12.1:1
Score
7.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,173 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#125 of 570
public schools
In district
#24 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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Sunset Park High School
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About Sunset Park High School
Sunset Park High School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15. Sunset Park High School serves approximately 1,343 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Sunset Park High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 out of 10 and ranks #1,173 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Sunset Park High School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).
- This school 7.5 · Very Good
- District avg 7.2
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
64% of students at Sunset Park 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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Sunset Park High School — Students at Sunset Park High School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 20 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 9.7/10.
How Sunset Park High School Compares
See how Sunset Park 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
153 35TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11232
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sunset Park High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. YESHIVA & MESIFTA VIYOEL MOSHE (rated 3.9/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, PS 371 LILLIAN L RASHKIS (rated 3.5/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.9 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 371 LILLIAN L RASHKIS Brooklyn | 0.1 mi | 3.5 |
| PS 24 Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 5.5 |
| PS 958 Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.1 |
| IS 136 CHARLES O DEWEY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.3 |
| SUNSET PARK PREP Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 5.2 |
| PS 172 BEACON SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 8.6 |
| SUNSET PARK AVENUES ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| PS 169 SUNSET PARK Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 1 BERGEN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 4.1 |
| AL-NOOR SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.1 |
| SCHOOL OF CREATIVITY AND INNOVATION (THE) Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.0 |
| PS 94 HENRY LONGFELLOW (THE) Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.7 |
| HELLENIC CLASSICAL CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 7.4 |
| LEEP DUAL LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 8.4 |
| JHS 220 JOHN J PERSHING Brooklyn | 1.0 mi | 9.1 |
| BNOS MARGULIA VIZNITZ - DBA OF YESHIVA IMREI CHAIM Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.0 |
| SHEMA KOLAINU-HEAR OUR VOICES Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | — |
| YESHIVA & MESIFTA VIYOEL MOSHE Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 3.9 |
| PS 53 Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 3.6 |
| PS 295 Brooklyn | 0.9 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11232 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,517
Median Home Value
$782,500
Median Rent
$1,972/mo
Population
26,681
College Educated
36.2%
Homeownership
24.2%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
17.1%
Median Age
36.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
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|---|---|
| BELLPORT SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Brookhaven, NY | 7.5 |
| CARTHAGE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Carthage, NY | 7.5 |
| CICERO-NORTH SYRACUSE HIGH SCHOOL Cicero, NY | 7.5 |
| HIGH SCHOOL FOR ENVIRONMENTAL STUDIES New York, NY | 7.5 |
| QUEENS TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Long Island City, NY | 7.5 |
| TROY HIGH SCHOOL Troy, NY | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sunset Park High School
What grades does Sunset Park High School serve?
Sunset Park High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Sunset Park High School?
Sunset Park High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,343 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sunset Park High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sunset Park High School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sunset Park High School rank in NY?
Sunset Park High School ranks #1,173 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Sunset Park High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sunset Park High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.5 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 Sunset Park High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sunset Park High School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021) and 80% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2021).
Is Sunset Park High School a charter school?
No, Sunset Park High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sunset Park High School a Title I school?
No, Sunset Park High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sunset Park High School?
85.9% of students at Sunset Park 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 1,343
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 111
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.3%
- Phone
- (718) 840-1900
- 4-Year Graduation
- 89.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15- District Enrollment
- 26,808
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #24 of 49
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