Pathways in Technology Early College High School is a New York City public high school that opened in September 2011. It was developed through a partnership between IBM, City University of New York - City Tech, and the New York City Department of Education. The school focuses on post-secondary Information Technology.
Serving 539 students in grades 9-12, Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Vocational school
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 539 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech)'s student population of 539 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
539 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Rankings
Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) ranks within the top 5% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#189 out of 4346 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
81%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
77%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech)'s ranking?
Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) is ranked #189 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) often compared to?
Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech)is often viewed alongside schools like City Polytechnic High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech)?
The graduation rate of Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech)?
539 students attend Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech)?
Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) offer ?
Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) part of?
Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) is part of New York City Geographic District #17 School District.
In what neighborhood is Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) located?
Pathways In Technology Early College High School (P-tech) is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
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