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#2500 of 4,742 schools in NY
William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
25 BRIGHTON 4TH RD, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
648
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,500 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#320 of 570
public schools
In district
#25 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
Equity
9.2 / 10
Excellent
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William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School
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About William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School
William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School serves approximately 648 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,500 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
64% of students at William E Grady 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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William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School — Students at William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School score 72% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.4%
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: 7.7/10.
How William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School Compares
See how William E Grady 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
25 BRIGHTON 4TH RD, Brooklyn, NY 11235
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. RACHEL CARSON HIGH SCHOOL FOR COASTAL STUDIES (rated 7.9/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.0/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, YESHIVAT MAGEN ABRAHAM (rated 6.5/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 253 Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 8.4 |
| PS 209 MARGARET MEAD Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| ABRAHAM LINCOLN HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.0 |
| YESHIVAT MAGEN ABRAHAM Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.5 |
| AHI EZER YESHIVA SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 771 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 3.8 |
| PS 225 EILEEN E ZAGLIN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 370 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.5 |
| RACHEL CARSON HIGH SCHOOL FOR COASTAL STUDIES Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| IS 303 HERBERT S EISENBERG Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.7 |
| CONEY ISLAND PREPARATORY PUBLIC CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 100 CONEY ISLAND SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 216 ARTURO TOSCANINI Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| IS 98 BAY ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.7 |
| SHULAMITH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.9 |
| OUR LADY OF GRACE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.4 |
| YESHIVAT DARCHE ERES BOYS HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 3.3 |
| ST MARK CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| PS 254 DAG HAMMARSKJOLD Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.6 |
| PS 95 GRAVESEND (THE) Brooklyn | 1.1 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11235 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,689
Median Home Value
$723,900
Median Rent
$1,649/mo
Population
81,958
College Educated
49.6%
Homeownership
37%
Avg Commute
42.5 min
Poverty Rate
17.4%
Median Age
47.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.1 |
| COOPERSTOWN JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cooperstown, NY | 6.1 |
| JAMES MONROE UPPER SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 6.1 |
| LAWRENCE SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cedarhurst, NY | 6.1 |
| LONG ISLAND LUTHERAN MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Glen Head, NY | 6.1 |
| METROPOLITAN EXPEDITIONARY LEARNING SCHOOL Forest Hills, NY | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School
What grades does William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School serve?
William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School?
William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School has an enrollment of approximately 648 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School?
The student-teacher ratio at William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School rank in NY?
William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School ranks #2,500 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School's MySchoolScout rating?
William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School a charter school?
No, William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School a Title I school?
No, William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William E Grady Career and Technical Education High School?
84.4% of students at William E Grady 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
- 648
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 61
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.4%
- Type
- vocational
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 63.9%
- Phone
- (718) 332-5000
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21- District Enrollment
- 34,525
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #25 of 40
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