Sunset Park High School: admissions and school facts
Sunset Park High School (DBN 15K667) is a New York City public high school in Sunset Park West, Brooklyn with 2 admissions programs. Admission: Open, District 75 inclusive services. Its average SAT is 864 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 84% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 2
- Average SAT
- 864
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 84%
- College and career rate
- 66%
- Students
- 1199
- 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.
OpenL58A
Focus: Humanities & Interdisciplinary
No screening by grades or tests: seats are offered by priority (borough, zone, language) and a random number.
289 seats · 188 applicants · 1 per seat
District 75 inclusive servicesL58U
For students whose IEP recommends District 75 inclusive services. Your child’s IEP team can explain eligibility and how to apply.
0 seats · 2 applicants · under 1 per seat
About the school
We are a mid-sized High School with a small school feel. With our small learning communities, students have access to a wide range of courses while still receiving the individualized support needed to thrive. These small learning communities represent three distinct pathways: Medicine, Digital Technology, and Maritime and Sustainability. Our Medicine Pathway prepares students for careers in the medical field, with the ability to graduate as a Certified Medical Assistant. As a part of our Digital Technology Pathway, students will take courses in Computer Programming and Cybersecurity in which they can earn highly desirable certifications and credentials recognized in the industry. Our Maritime and Sustainability Pathway prepares students for the growing green jobs industry as well as the many opportunities aboard vessels throughout NY Harbor. We also strongly believe in a...
Courses and languages
Languages: Spanish
AP courses (5): Biology, English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, Spanish Language and Culture, United States Government and Politics
Sports and clubs
Girls: Basketball, Soccer, Softball, Volleyball, Wrestling
Boys: Badminton, Baseball, Basketball, Handball, Soccer, Wrestling
Clubs: Afterschool Program at SPHS: weekly menu of over 30 clubs in, arts, games, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), homework help and service-learning opportunities that provid, academic support, and college and career preparation
Students
- Girls
- 48%
- English language learners
- 25%
- Students with disabilities
- 20%
- Economic need index
- 91%
- Asian
- 16%
- Black
- 6%
- Hispanic
- 73%
- White
- 5%
- 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
- 85%
- Rigorous instruction
- 58%
- Supportive environment
- 59%
- Family and community ties
- 85%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 153 35Th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11232
- Neighborhood
- Sunset Park West
- Subway
- N, R to 36th St
- Bus
- B35, B37, B63, B70, SIM2, SIM34, SIM35, SIM4, SIM4C, SIM4X
- School hours
- 8:39 AM – 3:00 PM
- Building access
- Fully Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into Sunset Park High School?
Sunset Park High School admits students through: Open, District 75 inclusive services. Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is Sunset Park 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 Sunset Park High School?
The average SAT was 864 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 Sunset Park High School?
84% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 66% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is Sunset Park High School and how do you get there?
The school is at 153 35Th Street, Brooklyn. Subway: N, R to 36th St. Bus: B35, B37, B63, B70, SIM2, SIM34, SIM35, SIM4, SIM4C, SIM4X.
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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