RALPH R MCKEE CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL

www.mckeecths.org

626 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Ralph R. McKee Career and Technical Education High School, located in the St. George section of Staten Island, is a specialized institution dedicated to blending rigorous academic instruction with hands-on vocational training. Serving a diverse student body, the school focuses on preparing graduates for both immediate entry into the workforce and continued success in post-secondary education. By offering a curriculum that integrates traditional high school subjects with specialized career pathways, McKee provides students with the practical skills and industry-standard certifications necessary to excel in a competitive job market.

The school is well-regarded for its robust Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, which span fields such as automotive technology, construction trades, graphic design, and healthcare. Beyond classroom instruction, McKee emphasizes professional development through partnerships with local businesses, internships, and work-based learning opportunities. This holistic approach ensures that students do not just earn a diploma, but also gain tangible experience and a clear vision for their future careers, making it a vital educational hub for students seeking a technical or trade-focused path in New York City.

626

Total Students

67.1

Full-Time Teachers

9.3

Student/Teacher Ratio

82.3%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for RALPH R MCKEE CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic	Student Count
White	71
Hispanic	369
Black	140
Asian	10
Two or More	30
American Indian	6

Hispanic
369 (58.9%)
Black
140 (22.4%)
White
71 (11.3%)
Two or More
30 (4.8%)
Asian
10 (1.6%)
American Indian
6 (1.0%)

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 #31
Phone:	(718)420-2600
Website:	http://www.mckeecths.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	626
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	67.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	9.3
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	503
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	12

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 154

Grade 10 188

Grade 11 152

Grade 12 126

Ungraded 6