School Overview
Nelson Mandela High School, located at 1700 Fulton Street in the Bedford-Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a public secondary school dedicated to fostering academic excellence and social responsibility. Named in honor of the late South African leader, the school mirrors its namesake’s values by emphasizing equity, community engagement, and the development of students as global citizens. The school is known for creating a supportive, culturally responsive environment that encourages students to think critically and advocate for social justice within their local and broader communities.

Academically, the school offers a rigorous curriculum designed to prepare students for college and career success. By leveraging its urban location, Nelson Mandela High School integrates real-world learning opportunities, providing students with access to various partnerships and extracurricular programs that enhance their educational experience. Through a commitment to personalized learning and restorative practices, the school aims to nurture the intellectual and emotional growth of its diverse student body, ensuring that graduates are well-equipped to contribute positively to society.
138
Total Students
25.6
Full-Time Teachers
5.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
93.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for NELSON MANDELA HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
Hispanic20
Black113
Asian1
Two or More2
American Indian2
  • Black
    113 (81.9%)
  • Hispanic
    20 (14.5%)
  • Two or More
    2 (1.4%)
  • American Indian
    2 (1.4%)
  • Asian
    1 (0.7%)
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 #16
Phone: (718)804-6805
Website: http://www.mandelaschoolnyc.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 138
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 25.6
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 5.4
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 124
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 5
Grades Taught
Grade 9 29
Grade 10 34
Grade 11 47
Grade 12 25
Ungraded 3

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for NELSON MANDELA HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 929
Grade 1034
Grade 1147
Grade 1225
Ungraded3
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for NELSON MANDELA HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female5640.6%
Male8259.4%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)