CLARA BARTON HIGH SCHOOL

CLARA BARTON HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 1,208 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 73 teachers, CLARA BARTON HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 16:1. 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.

CLARA BARTON HIGH SCHOOL, located on Classon Avenue in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a specialized educational institution with a long-standing focus on health professions and medical sciences. The school is widely recognized for its mission to prepare students for careers in the healthcare industry, offering a rigorous academic curriculum integrated with vocational training. Students at Clara Barton often benefit from specialized programs that provide exposure to nursing, medical assisting, and other clinical pathways, helping them bridge the gap between high school and post-secondary medical education or immediate entry into the workforce.

Beyond its academic offerings, the school serves as a cornerstone for the local community, emphasizing the development of professional skills, compassion, and academic discipline. By fostering a learning environment centered on the "Health Professions," the school aims to equip students with the technical knowledge and practical experience necessary to succeed in a competitive healthcare landscape. With its dedicated focus on career readiness, CLARA BARTON HIGH SCHOOL remains a key destination for students in Brooklyn who are passionate about pursuing careers dedicated to public health and patient care.

For more information, contact CLARA BARTON HIGH SCHOOL at (718) 636-4900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.