W H MAXWELL CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL

School Overview
W.H. Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School, located on Pennsylvania Avenue in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a specialized institution dedicated to preparing students for both post-secondary education and specific professional industries. As a Career and Technical Education (CTE) school, it integrates rigorous academic curriculum with hands-on, vocational training, allowing students to earn industry-recognized certifications while completing their high school graduation requirements. The school is designed to provide students with a competitive edge by bridging the gap between classroom theory and real-world workplace applications.

The school is well-regarded for its focus on preparing students for the modern workforce through specialized pathways. By offering programs that emphasize skill-based learning, Maxwell aims to foster professional development and technical proficiency in fields that are currently in high demand. Beyond the technical curriculum, the school maintains a supportive environment that prioritizes student engagement, attendance, and career readiness, ensuring that graduates leave with a clear roadmap for their future careers or continued studies in higher education.
408
Total Students
51.9
Full-Time Teachers
7.9
Student/Teacher Ratio
124.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for W H MAXWELL CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL
Demographic Student Count
White13
Hispanic137
Black222
Asian8
Two or More17
American Indian9
Pacific Islander2
  • Black
    222 (54.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    137 (33.6 %)
  • Two or More
    17 (4.2 %)
  • White
    13 (3.2 %)
  • American Indian
    9 (2.2 %)
  • Asian
    8 (2.0 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.5 %)
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 #19
Phone: (718)345-9100
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 408
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 51.9
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.9
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 504
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 4
Grades Taught
Grade 9 120
Grade 10 129
Grade 11 81
Grade 12 74
Ungraded 4

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for W H MAXWELL CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL
Grade Student Count
Grade 9120
Grade 10129
Grade 1181
Grade 1274
Ungraded4
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for W H MAXWELL CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female28168.9%
Male12731.1%
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