Clara Barton High School

The school doesn't report state test scores in the data provided, but teacher instruction quality scores 91% — above the district average of 89.1%. Class sizes average 22 students, essentially matching the district average of 22. The school offers AP courses, dual language instruction, and ELL support, indicating a range of academic pathways. Without proficiency data, it's difficult to fully assess academic performance relative to district averages of 60.5% ELA and 57.3% Math.

This is a school where families feel heard — parent satisfaction hits 91%, parent-principal trust reaches an impressive 96%, and parent-teacher trust sits at 93%. Teacher instruction quality scores 91%, well above district average. However, there's a notable trust gap: teacher-principal trust is only 67% and teacher collegial trust is 71%. The school has achieved zero suspensions, which is notable and suggests either effective behavior management or very different disciplinary approaches compared to peer schools. Family survey response rate is low at 16%, meaning the high satisfaction scores reflect a subset of engaged families.

With 83% Black and 11% Hispanic students, Clara Barton reflects the demographics of central Brooklyn but has a lower diversity index (33%) than many city schools. The economic need index of 74.6% indicates a high-need student population — nearly three-quarters of students face economic challenges. Eighteen percent of students have IEPs. The community is predominantly working-class families in a neighborhood with 20.3% poverty and low homeownership (14.5%), suggesting most families rent and may move frequently.

Crown Heights offers exceptional transit (77th percentile) and family density (79th percentile), making it convenient for commuters. However, the safety score of 13.41 is among the lowest in the city, and neighborhood stability is just 9.58 — indicating significant transience and community challenges. The median home value of $1.18 million reflects Brooklyn's broader real estate pressures, but with only 14.5% homeownership and 20.3% poverty, many families are renters in a rapidly changing area. Education orientation scores 68.2, suggesting moderate community emphasis on schools.

The school's Classon Avenue location benefits from strong transit access — families can reach it via multiple subway lines. However, given the low safety score, parents should consider the commute during evening hours and whether their child will travel independently.