WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL OF ART AND TECHNOLOGY (THE)

School Overview
Williamsburg High School for Architecture and Design (often associated with the address 223 Graham Ave) is a specialized public high school in Brooklyn, New York, that focuses on integrating rigorous academic studies with professional-level training in architecture, design, and technology. The school is known for its unique curriculum, which encourages students to approach problem-solving through a creative, spatial, and technical lens. By blending standard high school requirements with career-oriented electives, the institution prepares students for both higher education and direct entry into design-related fields.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school is recognized for fostering a close-knit, project-based learning environment. Students often engage in hands-on design challenges, utilize specialized software and equipment, and participate in portfolio development, which is essential for those looking to pursue degrees in architecture or industrial design. Located in the heart of Williamsburg, the school draws on the vibrant artistic culture of its surrounding neighborhood, providing students with a professional setting that emphasizes innovation, critical thinking, and civic engagement.
424
Total Students
33.8
Full-Time Teachers
12.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.1%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL OF ART AND TECHNOLOGY (THE)
Demographic Student Count
White17
Hispanic272
Black108
Asian11
Two or More8
American Indian6
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    272 (64.2%)
  • Black
    108 (25.5%)
  • White
    17 (4.0%)
  • Asian
    11 (2.6%)
  • Two or More
    8 (1.9%)
  • American Indian
    6 (1.4%)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.5%)
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 #14
Phone: (718)599-1207
Website: http://www.whsat.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 424
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 33.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 336
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 8
Grades Taught
Grade 9 100
Grade 10 114
Grade 11 111
Grade 12 99

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL OF ART AND TECHNOLOGY (THE)
Grade Student Count
Grade 9100
Grade 10114
Grade 11111
Grade 1299
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL OF ART AND TECHNOLOGY (THE)
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female17240.6%
Male25259.4%
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