New Utrecht High School: admissions and school facts
New Utrecht High School (DBN 20K445) is a New York City public high school in Bensonhurst West, Brooklyn with 8 admissions programs. Admission: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.), Screened, District 75 inclusive services, Zoned guarantee. Its average SAT is 1004 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 82% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 8
- Average SAT
- 1004
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 82%
- College and career rate
- 62%
- Students
- 3204
- Applicants per seat
- 2–16
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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.)K28A
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.
120 seats · 302 applicants · 3 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)K28B
Focus: Law & Government
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.
33 seats · 192 applicants · 6 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)K28C
Focus: Hospitality, Travel, & Tourism
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.
33 seats · 137 applicants · 4 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)K28D
Focus: Visual Art & Design
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.
33 seats · 347 applicants · 11 per seat
ScreenedK28H
Focus: Humanities & Interdisciplinary
The school ranks students by its own criteria (usually grades, sometimes attendance and tests). Seats are offered by rank within each priority group.
33 seats · 467 applicants · 14 per seat
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)K28M
Focus: Business
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.
33 seats · 514 applicants · 16 per seat
District 75 inclusive servicesK28U
For students whose IEP recommends District 75 inclusive services. Your child’s IEP team can explain eligibility and how to apply.
2 seats · 3 applicants · 2 per seat
Zoned guaranteeK28Z
Priority or a guarantee for students who live in the school's zone.
183 seats · 289 applicants · 2 per seat
About the school
New Utrecht High School is committed to educating its students to their maximum potential. To reach this end, we offer a full academic program designed to meet and exceed state standards. The main goal of our staff is to support our students in mastering the challenging curriculum and preparing for success. We offer an ever-expanding range of extracurricular activities and programs that enhance students' high school experience. We are a school steeped in tradition where parents are welcomed and encouraged to be partners in their child's success.
Courses and languages
Languages: Mandarin, Italian, Spanish
AP courses (24): Art History, Biology, Calculus AB, Calculus BC, Chemistry, Chinese Language and Culture, Comparative Government and Politics, Computer Science A, Computer Science Principles, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Environmental Science, Human Geography, Italian Language and Culture, Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Physics 1, Psychology, Spanish Language and Culture, Statistics, Studio Art - Drawing, United States Government and Politics, United States History, World History: Modern
Sports and clubs
Girls: Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Flag Football, Handball, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball
Boys: Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Football, Handball, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
Clubs: Anime/Manga Club, Arista, Asian Club, Band, Chorus, Dance Club, Disc Jockey (DJ) Club, Fashion Club, Glee Club, International Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Medical Science Club, Model UN, Newspaper Club, One Catalyst Club, Peer Mediation, Poetry Club, Science Olympiad, Sustainability Club, Student Organization (S.O.), WNUHS Radio. International Show, Asian New Year Show, Fashion Show. Movie Nights, Karaoke Nights, S.O./PTA Thanksgiving Dinner, Senior Prom, Senior Trip, Senior Brunch/Carnival. Fundraisers for various charities. I
Students
- Girls
- 47%
- English language learners
- 20%
- Students with disabilities
- 15%
- Economic need index
- 80%
- Asian
- 43%
- Black
- 2%
- Hispanic
- 36%
- White
- 18%
- Multi-racial
- 0%
- Native American
- 0%
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
- 83%
- Rigorous instruction
- 56%
- Supportive environment
- 54%
- Family and community ties
- 75%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 1601 80 Street, Brooklyn, NY 11214
- Neighborhood
- Bensonhurst West
- Subway
- D to 79th St
- Bus
- B1, B4, B8
- School hours
- 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Building access
- Partially Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into New Utrecht High School?
New Utrecht High School admits students through: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.), Screened, District 75 inclusive services, Zoned guarantee. Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is New Utrecht High School?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had from 2 to 16 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at New Utrecht High School?
The average SAT was 1004 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 New Utrecht High School?
82% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 62% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is New Utrecht High School and how do you get there?
The school is at 1601 80 Street, Brooklyn. Subway: D to 79th St. Bus: B1, B4, B8.
Other high schools nearby
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