HIGH SCHOOL FOR CIVIL RIGHTS

HIGH SCHOOL FOR CIVIL RIGHTS is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 241 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 18 teachers, HIGH SCHOOL FOR CIVIL RIGHTS has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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 HIGH SCHOOL FOR CIVIL RIGHTS, located in the East New York section of Brooklyn, is a small public secondary school dedicated to the study of social justice, civic engagement, and human rights. Founded on the principle that students should be empowered to advocate for themselves and their communities, the school integrates its mission into its academic culture by encouraging students to examine historical and contemporary civil rights movements. The curriculum is designed to help students connect their personal experiences with broader societal issues, fostering an environment of critical thinking and active citizenship.

Beyond its academic focus, the school emphasizes a supportive, community-oriented atmosphere where staff work closely with students to promote college and career readiness. Because it is a smaller school environment, it focuses on personalized instruction and strong relationships between educators and students. By combining rigorous coursework with a focus on empathy, equity, and social responsibility, the HIGH SCHOOL FOR CIVIL RIGHTS aims to graduate students who are not only prepared for post-secondary education but are also equipped to serve as informed and effective leaders in their own communities.

For more information, contact HIGH SCHOOL FOR CIVIL RIGHTS at (718) 688-7960 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.