SCIENCE SKILLS CENTER HIGH SCHOOL
SCIENCE SKILLS CENTER HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 557 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 35 teachers, SCIENCE SKILLS CENTER HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.
SCIENCE SKILLS CENTER HIGH SCHOOL (SSC), located in Downtown Brooklyn, is a specialized public high school dedicated to providing a rigorous, science-focused education. The school is known for its academic emphasis on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) disciplines, aiming to prepare students for success in competitive colleges and technical careers. By fostering a challenging learning environment, the school encourages students to develop critical thinking, analytical skills, and a deep understanding of scientific principles.
Beyond its core curriculum, SCIENCE SKILLS CENTER HIGH SCHOOL prioritizes a supportive community atmosphere and student development. The school offers a variety of extracurricular activities, clubs, and partnerships that allow students to explore their interests outside of the classroom. With its strategic location in Brooklyn and a mission centered on academic excellence, SSC strives to equip its diverse student body with the tools and mentorship necessary to excel in an increasingly technology-driven global society.
For more information, contact SCIENCE SKILLS CENTER HIGH SCHOOL at (718) 243-9413 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
BROOKLYN, NY 11201-2972
(718) 243-9413
SCIENCE SKILLS CENTER HIGH SCHOOL is a public Title I school in BROOKLYN, NY with about 557 enrolled students. See other public high schools in New York
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
- Total Students:
- 557
- Teachers:
- 35.76
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Title I schoolwide school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 557 students
- Black or African American
- 69.3%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 17.1%
- Asian
- 6.6%
- White
- 3.4%
- Two or more races
- 2.2%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.7%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.7%
- Female
- 40.2%
- Male
- 59.8%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.