At a Glance
A career-focused high school with strong family satisfaction but a noticeable trust gap between parents and teachers
Families interested in career-focused pathways — particularly computer science or business — who value high family satisfaction and want their teen in a school with minimal suspensions. Parents comfortable with a school where teachers appear less connected to leadership than families are may want to dig deeper. Students seeking the IB diploma will find a more accessible entry point (50% offer rate) than the competitive CS or Business tracks (17% offer rates).
- Zero suspensions — the school has found ways to keep students in class rather than remove them
- Family satisfaction beats the district average (95% vs 94%)
- Offers both IB Diploma and specialized career pathways in Computer Science and Business & Finance
- Very competitive admissions for Computer Science track (only 16.7% of applicants offered seats)
- Rich programming with 100/100 program richness score — extensive clubs, sports, and STEM opportunities
- No academic test score data provided, making it difficult to assess student achievement outcomes
- Teacher-principal trust is significantly lower (63%) than parent trust — a potential red flag about school leadership
- Teacher survey response rate was low (34 responses), so staff sentiment may not represent the full faculty
- No attendance data provided, so can't assess chronic absenteeism or daily attendance patterns
- The IB program has a 50% offer rate — more accessible than the competitive CS/Business tracks, but students should understand which track fits their goals
Based on 2024-2025 data
School SummaryDistrict 14
This school sits in District 14, where peer schools include several high-performing charter schools (Success Academy campuses scoring 94-97/100) and traditional elementary schools. Without test score data, it's hard to place this high school on the academic spectrum. However, its specialized career focus and IB offerings distinguish it from the elementary and charter options that dominate the district's peer comparisons. The school's 544 enrollment is modest for a 9-12 school, allowing for smaller class sizes (21.6, matching the district average).
Academic data was not provided for this school, so test score comparisons are unavailable. However, the school offers AP Courses, STEM programming, and an IB Diploma track — giving students clear pathways toward college prep credentials. Without state assessment data, it's difficult to benchmark student performance against district averages, but the presence of rigorous programming suggests academic ambition.
The survey data tells a split story. Families are highly satisfied — 95% report satisfaction with the school, and nearly all parents trust the principal and teachers. Teacher instruction quality scores are strong at 91%. But there's a notable gap in how staff feel about leadership: only 63% of teachers trust the principal, and teacher collegial trust sits at 69%. This suggests a disconnect between what parents experience and what staff feel day-to-day. The school reports zero suspensions, indicating a disciplinary approach that keeps students in classrooms.
With 63% Hispanic, 24% Black, 8% Asian, and 4% white students, this school reflects the demographics of a working-class Brooklyn neighborhood with significant immigrant populations. The economic need index of 86.2% is high — meaning most families qualify for free or reduced lunch — yet the school maintains robust programming. The diversity index of 56% indicates a moderately diverse student body. About 19% of students have IEPs, and the school offers ELL support, showing it serves a range of learning needs.
East Williamsburg sits in northern Brooklyn with solid transit options (the neighborhood scores 61.3 for transit) and a family density that ranks in the 67th percentile — meaning families with children are relatively common here, though not as prevalent as in more suburban parts of the borough. The median home value exceeds $1 million, yet the poverty rate sits at 24.3%, reflecting the economic diversity common in transitional Brooklyn neighborhoods. Safety scores are moderate (43.3), and the area has elevated rates of asthma-related emergency visits and lead exposure — environmental health concerns common in older urban neighborhoods.
Families generally commute to this Grand Street location via public transit; the area is well-served by buses and not far from subway lines that connect to Manhattan and other Brooklyn neighborhoods. Walkable from nearby parts of East Williamsburg and Williamsburg, though many students travel from farther afield.
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025) · 190 families responded (38% rate)
Programs & Activities
Admissions Demand
Challenging program which integrates programming, Internet research, systems analysis, and specialized Cisco Networks curriculum leading to the Certified Network Engineer Certification.
College and career preparatory program for careers related to the business and finance sectors. The curriculum is developed by the National Academy Foundation (NAF) and receives support from corporate partners.
A challenging internationally accredited two-year program that provides an internationally accepted qualification, recognized by many of the highest ranking universities worldwide. Students enrolled in the program are encouraged to think independently and drive their own learning; become more culturally aware; and to engage with people in an increasingly globalized, rapidly changing world. The program prepares students for majors in scientific studies at competitive universities.
Music major with a 10-credit sequence of courses, plus additional classes that meet in small groups. This sequence fulfills the requirements for the Advanced Regents Diploma.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
Economic Need & Special Populations
Discipline
NYSED Student & Educator Database
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is The High School for Enterprise, Business and Technology a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for The High School for Enterprise, Business and Technology yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades 9 to 12 in East Williamsburg.
- What grades does The High School for Enterprise, Business and Technology serve?
- The High School for Enterprise, Business and Technology serves grades 9 to 12.
- How do students get into The High School for Enterprise, Business and Technology?
- The High School for Enterprise, Business and Technology is a screened school — it admits by application, weighing grades, attendance, and sometimes a test or interview.
- Is The High School for Enterprise, Business and Technology public, charter, or private?
- The High School for Enterprise, Business and Technology is a public school in NYC Community School District 14.
- What neighborhood is The High School for Enterprise, Business and Technology in?
- The High School for Enterprise, Business and Technology is in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn.
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