Serving 176 students in grades 9-12, Professional Pathways High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 176 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Graduation Rate: 20-24% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Professional Pathways High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Professional Pathways High School's student population of 176 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
176 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Professional Pathways High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Professional Pathways High School is 0.70, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2648 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
32%
16%
White
20%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-24%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Professional Pathways High School's ranking?
Professional Pathways High School is ranked #2648 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Professional Pathways High School?
The graduation rate of Professional Pathways High School is 20-24%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Professional Pathways High School?
176 students attend Professional Pathways High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Professional Pathways High School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Black, 20% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Professional Pathways High School?
Professional Pathways High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Professional Pathways High School offer ?
Professional Pathways High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Professional Pathways High School part of?
Professional Pathways High School is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is Professional Pathways High School located?
Professional Pathways High School is located in the Sheepshead Bay neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 9 other public schools located in Sheepshead Bay.
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