SCHOOL FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (THE)

SCHOOL FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (THE) 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 439 students offering grade levels from 7th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 31 teachers, SCHOOL FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (THE) has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

The School for Human Rights, located at 600 Kingston Avenue in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a public secondary school that operates under the New York City Department of Education. As a specialized institution, it distinguishes itself by integrating human rights education into its core curriculum. The school fosters an environment centered on global citizenship, social justice, and civic responsibility, encouraging students to analyze historical and contemporary human rights issues while developing the critical thinking skills necessary to advocate for equality and ethical treatment in their own communities and beyond.

Beyond its focus on social advocacy, the school emphasizes a supportive and inclusive culture that aims to prepare students for success in college and professional careers. By employing restorative practices and maintaining a rigorous academic program, the school strives to empower its diverse student body to become empathetic leaders. Its location within the larger campus of the Erasmus Hall Educational Campus allows students to benefit from shared extracurricular activities, sports, and a broader community network, all while remaining grounded in the school’s unique mission of promoting human dignity and global awareness.

For more information, contact SCHOOL FOR HUMAN RIGHTS (THE) at (718) 771-4793 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.