HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-HEROES OF TOMORROW
452 Students
High School 8th - 12th
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.
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
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 10 |
| Hispanic | 65 |
| Black | 338 |
| Asian | 14 |
| Two or More | 10 |
| American Indian | 11 |
| Pacific Islander | 4 |
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Black338 (74.8 %)
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Hispanic65 (14.4 %)
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Asian14 (3.1 %)
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American Indian11 (2.4 %)
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White10 (2.2 %)
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Two or More10 (2.2 %)
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Pacific Islander4 (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
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 8 | 1 |
| Grade 9 | 91 |
| Grade 10 | 103 |
| Grade 11 | 135 |
| Grade 12 | 121 |
| Ungraded | 1 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 279 | 61.7% |
| Male | 173 | 38.3% |
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