WILLIAMSBURG HIGH SCHOOL OF ART AND TECHNOLOGY (THE)
408 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Williamsburg High School for Architecture and Design (often associated with the address 223 Graham Ave) is a specialized public high school in Brooklyn, New York, that focuses on integrating rigorous academic studies with professional-level training in architecture, design, and technology. The school is known for its unique curriculum, which encourages students to approach problem-solving through a creative, spatial, and technical lens. By blending standard high school requirements with career-oriented electives, the institution prepares students for both higher education and direct entry into design-related fields.
Beyond its academic offerings, the school is recognized for fostering a close-knit, project-based learning environment. Students often engage in hands-on design challenges, utilize specialized software and equipment, and participate in portfolio development, which is essential for those looking to pursue degrees in architecture or industrial design. Located in the heart of Williamsburg, the school draws on the vibrant artistic culture of its surrounding neighborhood, providing students with a professional setting that emphasizes innovation, critical thinking, and civic engagement.
Beyond its academic offerings, the school is recognized for fostering a close-knit, project-based learning environment. Students often engage in hands-on design challenges, utilize specialized software and equipment, and participate in portfolio development, which is essential for those looking to pursue degrees in architecture or industrial design. Located in the heart of Williamsburg, the school draws on the vibrant artistic culture of its surrounding neighborhood, providing students with a professional setting that emphasizes innovation, critical thinking, and civic engagement.
408
Total Students
30.7
Full-Time Teachers
13.3
Student/Teacher Ratio
84.3%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 14 |
| Hispanic | 258 |
| Black | 100 |
| Asian | 12 |
| Two or More | 21 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic258 (63.2 %)
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Black100 (24.5 %)
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Two or More21 (5.1 %)
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White14 (3.4 %)
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Asian12 (2.9 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.5 %)
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American Indian1 (0.2 %)
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 #14 |
| Phone: | (718)599-1207 |
| Website: | http://www.whsat.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 408 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 30.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 13.3 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 336 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 8 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
113
Grade 10
104
Grade 11
105
Grade 12
86
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 113 |
| Grade 10 | 104 |
| Grade 11 | 105 |
| Grade 12 | 86 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 167 | 40.9% |
| Male | 241 | 59.1% |
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