EAST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL

EAST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #18 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 186 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 20 teachers, EAST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

EAST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL (EBCHS) is a unique transfer high school located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn. It is designed specifically to serve students who have fallen behind in credits or have struggled in traditional high school environments. As a partnership between the New York City Department of Education and the nonprofit organization Good Shepherd Services, the school operates under an "Educational Collaborative" model. This approach integrates rigorous academic instruction with robust social-emotional support, aiming to re-engage students who are at risk of dropping out and help them earn their high school diplomas.

The school’s culture is defined by its personalized approach to education, which emphasizes small class sizes, restorative justice practices, and a strong sense of community. By focusing on youth development, EBCHS provides students with holistic support—including counseling and career readiness programs—to ensure they are prepared for life after graduation. Its mission centers on the belief that all students can succeed when given a supportive, flexible, and inclusive setting that treats them as individuals rather than just numbers in the system.

For more information, contact EAST BROOKLYN COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL at (718) 927-6880 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.