Very Good
#784 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 17% in state
Williamsburg Preparatory School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
257 N 6TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Enrollment
679
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
679
Student-Teacher
12.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#784 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#82 of 570
public schools
In district
#5 of 38
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
Equity
9.9 / 10
Excellent
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About Williamsburg Preparatory School
Williamsburg Preparatory School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. Williamsburg Preparatory School serves approximately 679 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Williamsburg Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #784 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Williamsburg Preparatory School show 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
49% of students at Williamsburg Preparatory 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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Williamsburg Preparatory School — Students at Williamsburg Preparatory School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 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: 8.4/10.
How Williamsburg Preparatory School Compares
See how Williamsburg Preparatory 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
257 N 6TH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Williamsburg Preparatory School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BROOKLYN PREPARATORY HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.4/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL FOR ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN (rated 8.1/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, A-TECH HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 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 11211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,183
Median Home Value
$1,118,600
Median Rent
$2,357/mo
Population
65,691
College Educated
54.8%
Homeownership
16.4%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.2%
Median Age
31.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Williamsburg Preparatory School
What grades does Williamsburg Preparatory School serve?
Williamsburg Preparatory School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Williamsburg Preparatory School?
Williamsburg Preparatory School has an enrollment of approximately 679 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Williamsburg Preparatory School?
The student-teacher ratio at Williamsburg Preparatory School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Williamsburg Preparatory School rank in NY?
Williamsburg Preparatory School ranks #784 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Williamsburg Preparatory School's MySchoolScout rating?
Williamsburg Preparatory School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 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 Williamsburg Preparatory School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Williamsburg Preparatory School has 89% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Williamsburg Preparatory School a charter school?
No, Williamsburg Preparatory School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Williamsburg Preparatory School a Title I school?
No, Williamsburg Preparatory School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Williamsburg Preparatory School?
85.1% of students at Williamsburg Preparatory 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
- 679
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 54
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 48.5%
- Phone
- (718) 302-2306
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14- District Enrollment
- 15,196
- Schools in District
- 38
- District Rank
- #5 of 38
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