Sunset Park High School is a public high school located at 153 35th Street, in Sunset Park, Brooklyn, New York, United States, under the jurisdiction of the New York City Department of Education. The school was built in 2009. The current principal is Miguel Negron.
Serving 1,343 students in grades 9-12, Sunset Park 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 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 6-9% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,343 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 96% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sunset Park High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sunset Park High School's student population of 1,343 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 111 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,343 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
111 teachers
Year Founded
2009
School Rankings
Sunset Park High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sunset Park High School is 0.44, 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
#4271 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
96%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
14%
10%
Hispanic
73%
30%
Black
6%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
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 Sunset Park High School's ranking?
Sunset Park High School is ranked #4271 out of 4,346 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 6-9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sunset Park High School?
The graduation rate of Sunset Park High School is 89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Sunset Park High School?
1,343 students attend Sunset Park High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Sunset Park High School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sunset Park High School?
Sunset Park High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Sunset Park High School offer ?
Sunset Park High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sunset Park High School part of?
Sunset Park High School is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is Sunset Park High School located?
Sunset Park High School is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
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