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#2204 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 47% in state
W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
145 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
464
Student-Teacher
9.7:1
Score
6.4
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,204 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#287 of 570
public schools
In district
#20 of 52
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Academic growth
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School
W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School serves approximately 464 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.7:1 student-teacher ratio. W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 out of 10 and ranks #2,204 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School show 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.4 · Average
- District avg 6.4
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.7:1 students to teachers, W H Maxwell 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.
80% of students at W H Maxwell 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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W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School — Students at W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 24 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: 9.7/10.
How W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School Compares
See how W H Maxwell 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
145 PENNSYLVANIA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11207
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. PERFORMING ARTS AND TECHNOLOGY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is FDNY-CAPTAIN VERNON A RICHARDS HS (rated 6.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, HIGH SCHOOL FOR CIVIL RIGHTS (rated 5.5/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11207 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$55,419
Median Home Value
$657,400
Median Rent
$1,443/mo
Population
93,445
College Educated
19.4%
Homeownership
26.9%
Avg Commute
45.9 min
Poverty Rate
27.3%
Median Age
36.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School
What grades does W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School serve?
W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School?
W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School has an enrollment of approximately 464 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School?
The student-teacher ratio at W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School is 9.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School rank in NY?
W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School ranks #2,204 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School's MySchoolScout rating?
W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.4 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 W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School has 79% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School a charter school?
No, W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School a Title I school?
No, W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W H Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School?
90.7% of students at W H Maxwell 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
- 464
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 48
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.7%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 79.5%
- Phone
- (718) 345-9100
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19- District Enrollment
- 19,963
- Schools in District
- 52
- District Rank
- #20 of 52
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