PROGRESS High School for Professional Careers

Academic proficiency data was not available for this reporting period, so parents should reach out directly to the school for current standardized test results. The school offers AP courses and runs a Math and Technology Fair, and notably has an Aspiring Teachers Program — a pipeline program that speaks to its career-focused mission.

This is where Progress High really stands out. Parent satisfaction hits 98%, well above the district average of 94%, and trust between families and teachers (99%) and families and the principal (99%) is exceptionally strong. Teachers report 91% instruction quality, just slightly below the district average of 93%. However, teacher-principal trust sits at 79% — noticeably lower than parent trust — suggesting some tension between staff and leadership that families may not directly feel day-to-day. The school has zero suspensions, well below the district average of 0.56%, indicating a discipline approach focused on keeping students in class.

With 68% Hispanic and 26% Black students, Progress High serves a predominantly Latino and Black student body in a school where 88.8% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch — well above typical district averages. Nearly 30% of students have IEPs, indicating robust special education services. The diversity index sits at 46%, reflecting a student body that's less demographically diverse than the city overall but representative of the neighborhood's population. The economic need is high, and the school responds with extensive support programs including ELL services, dual language instruction, and an array of arts and career pathways.

East Williamsburg sits in northern Brooklyn, known for its mix of manufacturing spaces, older housing stock, and newer residential developments that arrived with the L train expansion. The neighborhood scores poorly on safety (43rd percentile) and has elevated environmental concerns including air quality and lead risk indicators. However, it scores well on transit access (61st percentile) and family density (67th percentile), meaning it's workable for families who need to get around. Homeownership is extremely low at 12.5%, reflecting a renter-heavy population.

The school is accessible by the L train and multiple bus lines. Families walking or biking will encounter mixed conditions — some blocks are residential and quiet, others border active industrial uses. Parents should evaluate the specific route from their home.