School Overview
Sunset Park High School, located at 153 35th Street in Brooklyn, is a vibrant public secondary school serving the diverse community of Sunset Park. The school is known for its commitment to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. With a curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking and community engagement, the school aims to prepare its students for success in higher education and their future professional lives, often leveraging its location to connect students with local cultural and career-oriented resources.

Beyond academics, Sunset Park High School places a strong focus on student development through a wide array of extracurricular activities, including arts, athletics, and various student-led clubs. The school prides itself on building strong relationships between faculty, students, and families, aiming to create a "community school" atmosphere where every student feels seen and encouraged. By prioritizing both academic excellence and social-emotional growth, the school strives to empower its students to become active, informed, and compassionate members of their community and the broader world.
1,348
Total Students
108.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
86.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SUNSET PARK HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White68
Hispanic1,017
Black67
Asian182
Two or More7
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    1,017 (75.5%)
  • Asian
    182 (13.5%)
  • White
    68 (5.0%)
  • Black
    67 (5.0%)
  • Two or More
    7 (0.5%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
Phone: (718)840-1900
Website: http://www.sunsetparkhighschool.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,348
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 108.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,157
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Grade 9 341
Grade 10 336
Grade 11 342
Grade 12 327
Ungraded 2

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SUNSET PARK HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9341
Grade 10336
Grade 11342
Grade 12327
Ungraded2
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SUNSET PARK HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female65348.4%
Male69451.5%
Not Specified10.1%
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