METROPOLITAN DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL

METROPOLITAN DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #23 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 175 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 16 teachers, METROPOLITAN DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

METROPOLITAN DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL, located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, operates as a specialized educational setting designed for students who may have struggled in traditional high school environments. As a "Diploma Plus" school, its core mission is to provide a flexible and supportive pathway for students who are over-age or under-credited, helping them bridge the gap between high school completion and post-secondary readiness. The school emphasizes individualized attention, small class sizes, and a wrap-around support system to ensure students stay on track toward earning their New York State Regents Diploma.

Beyond academic instruction, the school focuses heavily on career and college preparation, integrating professional development and vocational skills into the curriculum. By fostering a collaborative atmosphere between teachers and students, Metropolitan Diploma Plus aims to remove barriers to success, such as attendance challenges or previous academic setbacks. The school is part of the New York City Department of Education’s network of transfer schools, which prioritize restorative practices and personalized counseling to help students regain confidence, complete their graduation requirements, and successfully transition to college or the workforce.

For more information, contact METROPOLITAN DIPLOMA PLUS HIGH SCHOOL at (718) 342-6249 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.