Williamsburg Preparatory School

Williamsburg Preparatory School serves 679 students in grades 9-12 in Brooklyn's vibrant Williamsburg neighborhood. This public high school maintains a favorable 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio with 54 full-time equivalent teachers, creating an environment where students can receive more individualized attention. The school demonstrates strong academic performance, earning a 7.0 out of 10 rating and ranking in the 74th percentile among New York high schools at #1223 out of 4,758 statewide.

Students excel particularly in English Language Arts, with an impressive 95% achieving proficiency or above across grade levels. Mathematics performance is also solid, with 87% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards. Located at 257 N 6th Street, the school sits in a diverse urban community where the median household income is $94,824 and 52% of residents hold bachelor's degrees or higher.

The neighborhood reflects Brooklyn's dynamic character, with median home values around $1.14 million, though the area also serves families across different economic backgrounds, with a poverty rate of 23%. Williamsburg Preparatory School operates in one of New York City's most culturally rich and rapidly evolving neighborhoods, offering students access to the educational and cultural opportunities that come with urban living.