Serving 178 students in grades 9-12, Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 20-24% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School is 0.43, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)21-39%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
72%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-24%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 schools are Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School often compared to?
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Fort Hamilton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School?
The graduation rate of Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School is 20-24%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School?
178 students attend Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School?
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School offer ?
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School part of?
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School is part of New York City Geographic District #23 School District.
In what neighborhood is Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School located?
Metropolitan Diploma Plus High School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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