School Overview
The High School for Public Service: Heroes of Tomorrow (HSPS), located in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a specialized secondary school dedicated to fostering civic engagement and social responsibility among its students. The school’s mission is centered on the belief that education should empower youth to become active, compassionate leaders who contribute positively to their local and global communities. By integrating a rigorous academic curriculum with service-learning opportunities, the school encourages students to explore public policy, community advocacy, and ethical leadership while preparing them for success in college and beyond.

At the core of the HSPS experience is a supportive school culture that emphasizes character development and community connection. Students are often involved in projects that require them to address real-world issues, helping them bridge the gap between classroom theory and practical community improvement. Through its focus on "Heroes of Tomorrow," the school provides a structured environment that nurtures critical thinking and collaboration, aiming to graduate well-rounded individuals who are equipped to take on the challenges of public service and professional life in a diverse society.
452
Total Students
30.7
Full-Time Teachers
14.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
64.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-HEROES OF TOMORROW
Demographic Student Count
White10
Hispanic65
Black338
Asian14
Two or More10
American Indian11
Pacific Islander4
  • Black
    338 (74.8 %)
  • Hispanic
    65 (14.4 %)
  • Asian
    14 (3.1 %)
  • American Indian
    11 (2.4 %)
  • White
    10 (2.2 %)
  • Two or More
    10 (2.2 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    4 (0.9 %)
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 #17
Phone: (718)756-5325
Website: http://www.highschoolforpublicservice.com
Grade Range: 8th - 12th
Total Students: 452
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 30.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 14.7
NSLP Participation:1 N/A
Qualified Free Lunch: 287
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 3
Grades Taught
Grade 8 1
Grade 9 91
Grade 10 103
Grade 11 135
Grade 12 121
Ungraded 1

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-HEROES OF TOMORROW
Grade Student Count
Grade 81
Grade 991
Grade 10103
Grade 11135
Grade 12121
Ungraded1
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-HEROES OF TOMORROW
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female27961.7%
Male17338.3%
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