GEORGE WESTINGHOUSE CAREER AND TECHNICAL ED HIGH SCHOOL
579 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
George Westinghouse Career and Technical Education High School, located in downtown Brooklyn, is a specialized institution dedicated to bridging the gap between traditional academics and professional workforce preparation. The school is known for its diverse Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs, which are designed to provide students with industry-standard skills and professional certifications. By integrating hands-on training with a rigorous core curriculum, the school aims to prepare students for both post-secondary education and immediate entry into specialized career fields.
Beyond its technical focus, Westinghouse emphasizes a culture of professional readiness and community engagement. Students are encouraged to participate in internships, work-based learning opportunities, and industry-partnered projects that simulate real-world work environments. With its central location in Brooklyn, the school leverages its proximity to major industries to offer students unique networking opportunities, aiming to produce well-rounded graduates who are technically proficient, career-minded, and prepared for the challenges of a competitive job market.
Beyond its technical focus, Westinghouse emphasizes a culture of professional readiness and community engagement. Students are encouraged to participate in internships, work-based learning opportunities, and industry-partnered projects that simulate real-world work environments. With its central location in Brooklyn, the school leverages its proximity to major industries to offer students unique networking opportunities, aiming to produce well-rounded graduates who are technically proficient, career-minded, and prepared for the challenges of a competitive job market.
579
Total Students
61.8
Full-Time Teachers
9.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
85.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic | 158 |
| Black | 371 |
| Asian | 19 |
| Two or More | 10 |
| American Indian | 7 |
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Black371 (64.1 %)
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Hispanic158 (27.3 %)
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Asian19 (3.3 %)
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White14 (2.4 %)
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Two or More10 (1.7 %)
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American Indian7 (1.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Career and Technical School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13 |
| Phone: | (718)625-6130 |
| Website: | http://www.westinghousehs.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 579 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 61.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 467 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 30 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
141
Grade 10
157
Grade 11
140
Grade 12
139
Ungraded
2
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 141 |
| Grade 10 | 157 |
| Grade 11 | 140 |
| Grade 12 | 139 |
| Ungraded | 2 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 176 | 30.4% |
| Male | 403 | 69.6% |
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