School for Classics High School: admissions and school facts
School for Classics High School (DBN 19K683) is a New York City public high school in East New York, Brooklyn with one admissions program. Admission: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.). Its average SAT is 784 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 75% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 1
- Average SAT
- 784
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 75%
- College and career rate
- 55%
- Students
- 353
- Applicants per seat
- 0
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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.)L53A
Focus: Performing Arts
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.
88 seats · 32 applicants · under 1 per seat
About the school
Our educational premise is that all students deserve instruction that is challenging, yet engaging, rigorous, yet motivational. At our school, we offer three exciting majors for students to choose from: Theater, Mixed Media, and STEAM. Our diverse curriculum ensures that every student finds their true calling. In our Theater major, students have the opportunity to immerse themselves in the world of performing arts. They will not only build and design captivating sets but also create compelling scripts and showcase their talents through exhilarating performances. For those with a flair for creativity and a love for various artistic mediums, our Mixed Media major is the the perfect choice. Here, students will explore a fusion of art forms, including painting, sculpture, digital design, and more. They will have the freedom to express themselves and bring their imaginative visions to...
Courses and languages
Languages: Spanish
AP courses (4): English Language and Composition, Environmental Science, Psychology, United States Government and Politics
Sports and clubs
Girls: Basketball
Boys: Basketball
Clubs: Basketball Clinic, Volleyball Clinic, Music Club, Pottery Club, MBSK, Fashion & Travel Club, Green Team, Anime Club, Gaming Club, ESports, Student Government, Dancing Divas, National Honor Society, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
Students
- Girls
- 50%
- English language learners
- 36%
- Students with disabilities
- 26%
- Economic need index
- 95%
- Asian
- 20%
- Black
- 33%
- Hispanic
- 38%
- White
- 4%
- Multi-racial
- 1%
- Native American
- 4%
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
- 79%
- Rigorous instruction
- 55%
- Supportive environment
- 61%
- Family and community ties
- 78%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 370 Fountain Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11208
- Neighborhood
- East New York
- Subway
- A, C to Euclid Av (0.3 mi); C to Shepherd Av (0.4 mi); 3 to New Lots Av (0.6 mi)
- School hours
- 8:00 AM – 2:20 PM
- Building access
- Not Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into School for Classics High School?
School for Classics High School admits students through: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.). Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is School for Classics High School?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had 0 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at School for Classics High School?
The average SAT was 784 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 School for Classics High School?
75% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 55% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is School for Classics High School and how do you get there?
The school is at 370 Fountain Avenue, Brooklyn. Subway: A, C to Euclid Av (0.3 mi); C to Shepherd Av (0.4 mi); 3 to New Lots Av (0.6 mi).
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