Clara Barton High School: admissions and school facts
Clara Barton High School (DBN 17K600) is a New York City public high school in Crown Heights South, Brooklyn with 5 admissions programs. Admission: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.), Language criteria, Screened, District 75 inclusive services, ASD or ACES program. Its average SAT is 839 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 78% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 5
- Average SAT
- 839
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 78%
- College and career rate
- 73%
- Students
- 1260
- Applicants per seat
- 0–1
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How to get in
Seats and applicants are from the DOE directory for the Fall 2025 admissions round. Rules can change: confirm them on MySchools.
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)K50A
Focus: Health Professions
Educational Option: the school takes students of mixed levels. About 16% of seats go to high-scoring students, 68% to mid-range and 16% to lower-scoring; a random number decides within each category.
280 seats · 279 applicants · 1 per seat
Language criteriaK50B
Focus: Health Professions
Admits by program criteria: home language, English level, years in the US and similar.
22 seats · 27 applicants · 1 per seat
Who can apply: Open only to students whose home language is Haitian Creole
ScreenedK50J
Focus: Science & Math
The school ranks students by its own criteria (usually grades, sometimes attendance and tests). Seats are offered by rank within each priority group.
40 seats · 13 applicants · under 1 per seat
District 75 inclusive servicesK50U
For students whose IEP recommends District 75 inclusive services. Your child’s IEP team can explain eligibility and how to apply.
0 seats · 0 applicants · under 1 per seat
Who can apply: The Inclusion Program is a partnership between a District 75 school and District 1-32 community school. This program is open to students currently recommended for an Inclusion program. If this is not your child's current IEP recommendation and you are interested in applying, contact their school-based IEP team or specializedprograms@schools.nyc.gov to discuss. Please visit schools.nyc.gov/D75 or schools.nyc.gov/SpecializedPrograms for more information.
ASD or ACES programK50Y
A specialized program for students with an IEP (ASD Nest, ASD Horizon or ACES). Eligibility depends on the IEP: ask the school or your IEP team.
0 seats · 0 applicants · under 1 per seat
Who can apply: Open to students currently enrolled in the ACES (Academics, Career, and Essential Skills) program. If you are applying to ACES programs for the first time, please discuss with your IEP team, visit schools.nyc.gov/SpecializedPrograms for the application, and contact ACESprograms@schools.nyc.gov with questions.
About the school
Clara Barton High School for Health Professions has been preparing students for careers in the health industry since 1939. Located in the historic district of Crown Heights, Clara Barton High School offers students the chance to graduate with state certification in one of six entry-level health careers and exposure to four additional advanced career fields, along with their diploma. Students graduate college-ready with a Career and Technical Education (CTE) endorsement in majors such as Practical Nursing (LPN), Medical Assisting, Nursing Assisting, Dental Assisting, Dental Lab Technology, Vision Technology, or Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certification. Beyond health careers, students can also focus on business and finance, civics and pre-law, sports management, technology, or one of our health career majors. Additionally, students can participate in the rigorous Gateway...
Upcoming open houses and tours
- Wednesday, November 18 · Open house
- Tuesday, December 1 · Open house
Courses and languages
Languages: French
AP courses (8): Calculus AB, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, Pre-Calculus, United States Government and Politics, United States History, World History: Modern
Sports and clubs
Girls: Basketball, Cross Country, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Volleyball
Boys: Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track
Clubs: Annual International Excursion, A/V Club, Bike Club, Bottom Line College Prep, Braiding Club, CARE (Health Career Club), Chess Club, Cooking Club, Cosmetology Club, Cricket Club, Crochet Club, Dance, Deejay Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Korean Culture Club, Martial Arts, Opening Act Drama Club, Pace U. Sadie Nash Leadership, Poetry Club, Soccer Club, Steelpan Club, Step Club, Yearbook Club, and more, Partnerships: CUNY School of Labor and Urban Studies, Kings County Hospital, Dr. Susan Smith McKinney Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Menorah Nursing Home, Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center, B&H EMT, St. Francis College, Flanbwayan Haitian Literacy Project, Good Co Bike Club, Kings Against Violence Initiative (KAVI), Neighbors In Action, Liberty Partnership, Rock Your College Essay, Super Vibes DJ Academy, Gateway Institute for Pre College Education, Kingsborough Community College, BMCC, St Joseph College, New York City College of Technology, Brooklyn Museum School Partnership Program, BAM Dance Africa
Students
- Girls
- 75%
- English language learners
- 12%
- Students with disabilities
- 16%
- Economic need index
- 81%
- Asian
- 1%
- Black
- 80%
- Hispanic
- 11%
- White
- 2%
- Multi-racial
- 1%
- Native American
- 2%
What the school community says
Share of positive answers in the 2026 NYC School Survey. This is a DOE survey, not a rating from us.
- Students feel safe
- 63%
- Rigorous instruction
- 50%
- Supportive environment
- 52%
- Family and community ties
- 82%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 901 Classon Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11225
- Neighborhood
- Crown Heights South
- Subway
- S, 2, 3, 4, 5 to Botanic Garden (0.2 mi); 2, 3 to Eastern Pkwy-Brooklyn Museum (0.2 mi); S to Park Pl (0.4 mi)
- School hours
- 8:05 AM – 3:30 PM
- Building access
- Fully Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into Clara Barton High School?
Clara Barton High School admits students through: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.), Language criteria, Screened, District 75 inclusive services, ASD or ACES program. Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is Clara Barton High School?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had from 0 to 1 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at Clara Barton High School?
The average SAT was 839 in 2024-25, compared with a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools (DOE data, students who took the test).
What is the graduation rate at Clara Barton High School?
78% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 73% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is Clara Barton High School and how do you get there?
The school is at 901 Classon Avenue, Brooklyn. Subway: S, 2, 3, 4, 5 to Botanic Garden (0.2 mi); 2, 3 to Eastern Pkwy-Brooklyn Museum (0.2 mi); S to Park Pl (0.4 mi).
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Sources: NYC DOE Fall 2025 admissions directory, DOE InfoHub demographics 2025-26, SAT 2024-25, NYC School Survey. School Match is not affiliated with NYC Public Schools. How we calculate chances, and how accurate they are