W H MAXWELL CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL

School Overview
W.H. Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School, located on Pennsylvania Avenue in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a specialized institution dedicated to preparing students for both post-secondary education and specific professional industries. As a Career and Technical Education (CTE) school, it integrates rigorous academic curriculum with hands-on, vocational training, allowing students to earn industry-recognized certifications while completing their high school graduation requirements. The school is designed to provide students with a competitive edge by bridging the gap between classroom theory and real-world workplace applications.

The school is well-regarded for its focus on preparing students for the modern workforce through specialized pathways. By offering programs that emphasize skill-based learning, Maxwell aims to foster professional development and technical proficiency in fields that are currently in high demand. Beyond the technical curriculum, the school maintains a supportive environment that prioritizes student engagement, attendance, and career readiness, ensuring that graduates leave with a clear roadmap for their future careers or continued studies in higher education.
545
Total Students
55.4
Full-Time Teachers
9.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
93.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for W H MAXWELL CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White17
Hispanic196
Black296
Asian8
Two or More22
American Indian5
Pacific Islander1
  • Black
    296 (54.3%)
  • Hispanic
    196 (36.0%)
  • Two or More
    22 (4.0%)
  • White
    17 (3.1%)
  • Asian
    8 (1.5%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.9%)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Career and Technical School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19
Phone: (718)345-9100
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 545
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 55.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 504
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 4
Grades Taught
Grade 9 200
Grade 10 140
Grade 11 108
Grade 12 95
Ungraded 2

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for W H MAXWELL CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9200
Grade 10140
Grade 11108
Grade 1295
Ungraded2
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for W H MAXWELL CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female40373.9%
Male14226.1%
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