School Overview
Sunset Park High School, located at 153 35th Street in Brooklyn, is a vibrant public secondary school serving the diverse community of Sunset Park. The school is known for its commitment to providing a rigorous, college-preparatory education while fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. With a curriculum that emphasizes critical thinking and community engagement, the school aims to prepare its students for success in higher education and their future professional lives, often leveraging its location to connect students with local cultural and career-oriented resources.

Beyond academics, Sunset Park High School places a strong focus on student development through a wide array of extracurricular activities, including arts, athletics, and various student-led clubs. The school prides itself on building strong relationships between faculty, students, and families, aiming to create a "community school" atmosphere where every student feels seen and encouraged. By prioritizing both academic excellence and social-emotional growth, the school strives to empower its students to become active, informed, and compassionate members of their community and the broader world.
1,418
Total Students
112.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
82.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for SUNSET PARK HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White90
Hispanic992
Black94
Asian181
Two or More46
American Indian10
Pacific Islander5
  • Hispanic
    992 (70.0 %)
  • Asian
    181 (12.8 %)
  • Black
    94 (6.6 %)
  • White
    90 (6.3 %)
  • Two or More
    46 (3.2 %)
  • American Indian
    10 (0.7 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    5 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: No virtual instruction
Shared Time Status: No
District: NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #15
Phone: (718)840-1900
Website: http://www.sunsetparkhighschool.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,418
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 112.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.7
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 1,157
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 13
Grades Taught
Grade 9 358
Grade 10 381
Grade 11 354
Grade 12 322
Ungraded 3

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for SUNSET PARK HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9358
Grade 10381
Grade 11354
Grade 12322
Ungraded3
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for SUNSET PARK HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female65746.3%
Male76153.7%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)