George Westinghouse Career and Technical Education High School (13K605)

105 Tech Place, Brooklyn, NY 11201, Brooklyn
Phone: 718-625-6130
Hours: 8:20am - 2:40pm
School Website: https://www.westinghousehs.org
NYCDOE Website: https://www.myschools.nyc/en/schools/high-school/13K605/
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School Leader: Kyleema Norman (knorman3@schools.nyc.gov)
Parent Coordinator: Carolette Murray Rouse (crouse@schools.nyc.gov)
Respect for All Liaison: Koren Henry (khenry8@schools.nyc.gov)
Sexual Harassment Prevention Liaison: Nicola Pillari (npillar@schools.nyc.gov)
504 Coordinator: Nicola Pillari (npillar@schools.nyc.gov)
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Overview
AI Summary
The George Westinghouse Career and Technical Education (CTE) High School is one of New York City's oldest and most renowned CTE high schools, founded in 1919. The school's core mission is to provide rigorous, industry-focused pathways that result in students being career and college ready. Course offerings require all students [more]
Academic Score
  43.55%
Survey Score
  71.58%
About & Events

George Westinghouse Career and Technical Education (CTE) High School was established in 1919, making it one of the oldest and renowned CTE high schools in New York City. Our students must major in one of five CTE programs: Culinary Arts, IT Support and Cybersecurity, Electrical Installation Technology, Computer Science, Data [more]

Reports: School Budget | PTA Financials | Room Utilization

Teachers with more than 3 years of experience: 86%

Academic Highlights: CTE Programs: Computer Science, IT Support & Cybersecurity, Electrical Installation Technology, Culinary Arts and six additional CTE pathways at The Brooklyn S.T.E.A.M. Center @ the Brooklyn Navy Yard, Opportunities to earn a minimum of 30 tuition free college credits with Long Island University, College Now @ New York City College [more]

Other Features: Career and Technical Education (CTE), College Courses Offered, College Courses onsite, College Trips, Community Service Expected, Computer Science Coursework, Dress Code, Expert College and Career Advisor On Staff, Financial Literacy Coursework, Internships, Online Grading System, Paid Apprenticeships, Paid Internships, Program(s) with 1 GE Applicant Per Seat, Program(s) with 2 SWD [more]

School Features:

  • CTE Endorsement
  • Offers 10th Grade Seats
  • School whose primary location is co-located with another school
  • Guidance Counselors, Social Workers

Upcoming Events
None currently scheduled

AP Courses, Languages, Sports, Art
AP Courses
Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP United States History, AP World History: Modern, Chemistry (Advanced Science), Physics (Advanced Science)
Course List
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Languages Offered
Spanish
Diploma Endorsements
CTE
Boys PSAL Sports
Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Handball, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer
Girls PSAL Sports
Basketball, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Softball, Volleyball
PSAL Team
George Westinghouse
This school is part of a PSAL team comprised of the following schools:
City Polytechnic High School of Engineering, Architecture, and Technology (13K674)
Design Works (13K963)
George Westinghouse Career and Technical Education High School (13K605)
Other Sports
Cheerleading, Fitness
Clubs
Anime Club, Book Club, Boys Volleyball Club, Cheerleading Club, Chess Club, Crochet Club, Culture Club, Drumline Club, EMT Club, Food Science Club [more]
Art Courses
Exploring Music, General Visual Arts
Arts Summary
Westinghouse High School will continue providing various engaging arts opportunities to our students and their families, such as theatrical events, spoken word, and mural workshops. Our goal for the 2024 -2025 school year is to increase and enhance our current arts program by providing various artistic opportunities to engage the [more]
Programs & Offers
FutureReady NYC - Data Science(K70A)
Computer Science & Technology

As a Data Scientist, students will help to analyze data and extract meaningful information from it by combining statistics & mathematics, programming skills, to create a product that is needed by all industry. Students will work with databases, write code for machine learning and utilize Artificial Intelligence.

10th Grade seats available

Method:
Requirement:
Students are randomly selected
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2023-242022-23
GE applicants/seats:1 / 34 (0.03)0 / 0 (0.00)
SWD applicants/seats:1 / 8 (0.13)0 / 0 (0.00)
Rank Avg: 7.46
Offers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:All accepted
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
Computer Science(K70C)
Science & Math, Computer Science & Technology

Our comprehensive four-year Computer Science program transforms students from curious beginners into industry-ready developers through hands-on learning that mirrors real-world professional experiences. Starting in 9th grade with exciting projects like interactive games and AI exploration, students progressively master the essential technologies that power today's digital world from building their first websites with HTML and CSS to creating sophisticated web applications using React and JavaScript. Each year builds upon the last, culminating in advanced skills like data science and business development, while industry-recognized certifications from w3schools and Certiport validate their expertise to colleges and employers. By graduation, students will have a portfolio of projects that directly prepare them for high-demand careers as Full-Stack Developers, Front-End Developers, and UI/UX Designers, giving them a significant advantage whether they choose to enter the workforce immediately or pursue computer science at the university level.

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:22 / 29 (0.76)27 / 34 (0.79)
SWD applicants/seats:5 / 7 (0.71)12 / 8 (1.50)
Rank Avg: 7.596.16
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:All accepted
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
Culinary Arts(K70D)
Science & Math, Culinary Arts

The Culinary Arts program combines the science behind food preparation and lab-like hands-on learning to prepare students for careers in the food service industry or further study. Students start with kitchen safety, sanitation, equipment use, and basic cooking techniques, then advance to more complex culinary and baking skills, including preparation for the NYC Department of Health Food Protection Certification. Highlights include visiting Essex Street Market for guest chef demonstrations, participating in a cake decorating class where they bake, design, and cost out a cake for a fictitious client, and completing a senior Cafe Project that involves planning and running a caf for school staff. Students also take the NOCTI Prep Cook Certification Exam, and benefit from career and scholarship opportunities through our partnership with Careers through Culinary Arts Program (C-CAP).

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:35 / 29 (1.21)45 / 34 (1.32)
SWD applicants/seats:12 / 7 (1.71)20 / 8 (2.50)
Rank Avg: 6.435.55
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:All accepted
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
Electrical Installation Technology(K70E)
Science & Math, Engineering

Our Electrical Installation and Practice program gives students hands-on training and real-world skills to succeed in today's high-demand electrical trades. Using nationally recognized NCCER Core and Electrical Level 1 curriculum, students learn safety, tools, blueprints, and electrical theory while earning valuable industry-recognized certifications, including OSHA 30 and NCCER. From residential to commercial wiring, conduit bending, and green energy, by graduation, students are prepared to enter college or a career. Partnerships with Solar 1, the Building Trades Council of NYC, and the MTA provide students the opportunity to learn the most up-to-date skills needed in the industry today.

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:20 / 31 (0.65)20 / 34 (0.59)
SWD applicants/seats:11 / 7 (1.57)10 / 8 (1.25)
Rank Avg: 6.265.88
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:All accepted
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
Brooklyn STEAM Center(K70H)
Science & Math, Engineering

Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM) provides a CTE focus on a range of courses including: culinary, information technology, graphics, engineering, and architecture. The program includes innovative technical training leading to certification and opportunities to earn college credit. Students are expected to participate in our ninth grade summer program as well as Saturday classes for program acceleration

Method:
Requirement:
Students are admitted based on their course grades
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:32 / 29 (1.10)43 / 34 (1.26)
SWD applicants/seats:10 / 7 (1.43)17 / 8 (2.13)
Rank Avg: 6.916.00
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:All accepted
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
IT Support and Cybersecurity(K70I)
Science & Math, Computer Science & Technology

In the IT Support pathway, students will develop the skills needed to become a marketable professional that top companies that use Information Technology services will want to hire. Through hands-on experiences, students will focus to earn their CCST(Cisco Certified Support Technician) by learning how to use technical resources in real-world scenarios. Students begin their study by focusing on their IT fundamentals (a full understanding of hardware and software). In Network Essentials students will build, troubleshoot, and secure networks. In Cybersecurity they will learn all that is needed to secure networks including monitoring and protecting sensitive data. Work based learning opportunities are available at all grade levels and include guest speakers, job shadowing, mock interviews and more.

Method:
Requirement:
Ed. Opt. programs admit students across all academic levels. Students are grouped into Low, Middle, and High categories based on a composite of their academic data. One-third of offers are made to students in each category.
Priority:
  • (Group 1) New York City residents

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:11 / 29 (0.38)7 / 34 (0.21)
SWD applicants/seats:10 / 7 (1.43)4 / 8 (0.50)
Rank Avg: 7.046.35
OffersOffers - Waitlist
Estimated Cutoffs
  GE:All accepted
  SWD:All accepted
Offer Prediction:
75K369 D75 Inclusion Program at George Westinghouse Career and Technical Education High School(K70U)
D75 Inclusion Program, D75 Inclusion Program

Method:
Priority:
  • (Group 1) Students currently in or recommended for District 75 Special Education Inclusive Services

Applicant Analysis
2024-252023-24
GE applicants/seats:2 / 2 (1.00)2 / 2 (1.00)
SWD applicants/seats:0 / 0 (0.00)0 / 0 (0.00)
Rank Avg:
OffersOffers - Waitlist
School Student & Admissions Statistics
School Year
2024-25
2023-24
2022-23
Total Students Across All Grades
558
565
562
    Grade 12 Students
123
132
132
    Grade 11 Students
123
131
137
    Grade 10 Students
157
137
150
    Grade 9 Students
155
165
143
Avg. Class Size
24.1
26.0
25.8
Pupil-Teacher Ratio
10.9
10.9
10.7
Safety Comp. / Susp. / NYPD
16 / 0 / 59
18 / 52 / 45
35 / 77 / 76
Attendance %
85%
86%
Graduation %
88%
95%
College %
54%
50%
Total Applicants / Seats
Total Offers
1,316 (173) / 220
-1
1,254 (203) / 254
194
1,330 (217) / 254
201
Survey Summary & Data (2024-25)
Student Responses 88% responded
Academic Rigor 
  64.67%
Academic Engagement 
  53.00%
Safety 
  68.38%
Bully Prevention 
  58.63%
Inclusivity 
  67.73%
Mental Support 
  60.38%
Environment 
  58.21%
Post-School Support 
  72.60%
Teacher Responses 92% responded
Academic Rigor 
  68.00%
School Satisfaction 
  70.50%
Student Behavior 
  52.11%
Student Support 
  82.13%
School Leadership 
  73.20%
Instructional Clarity 
  75.80%
Instructional Development 
  75.83%
Post-School Support 
  89.33%
Family Responses 51% responded
Education 
  86.50%
Teacher Support 
  83.50%
Safety 
  81.00%
School Community 
  63.38%
School Leadership 
  79.40%
Post-School Support 
  90.50%
IEP Support 
  86.33%

Note: Yellow bars indicate city-wide averages for the associated category

View Full NYC DOE Survey Results:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly school surveys: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/nyc-school-survey

Academic Summary & Data (2023-24)
Academic Proficiency
4-Year Grad. %
  88.60%
CC Regents
  57
Non-CC Regents
  57
Impact Score
  0.4
Performance Score
  0.44
College Aptitude
CCR
  33.40%
SAT Math
  407
SAT R/W
  422
Postsecondary
2-Year College 23.30%
4-Year College 30.30%
Unknown 46.40%

View Full Academic Data:

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's yearly quality reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/students-and-schools/school-quality/school-quality-reports-and-resources

School Demographics (2024-25)
Student Population:
Male 72.60%
Female 27.40%
English Language Learners:
  4.70%
Students with Disabilities:
  26.30%
Economic Need Index: 
  82.20%
Student Ethnicity:
Asian 4.50%
Black 57.00%
Hispanic 32.80%
White 3.40%
Other 2.30%
Teacher Ethnicity:
Black 28.00%
Hispanic 10.00%
White 46.00%
Other 16.00%
IEP Statistics (2023-24)
IEP Services
Students with IEPs
  26.70%
Students with SETSS
  0.00%
Students with ICT
  21.80%
Students with SC
  0.00%
Has all programs
  89.00%
Has some programs
  11.00%
Has no programs
  0.00%
Has all services
  92.00%
IEP Student Performance
Regents English
  57
Regents Gl. Hist.
  55
Regents US Hist.
  60
Regents Algebra I
  55
Regents Living Env.
  56
4-Year Grad. Rate
  86.8
IEP Movement
Needs Improvement
IEP Support 
  86.33%
Special Education Programs & Services (2024-25)
ProgramFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Integrated Co-Teaching Services127 (100%)0 (0%)0 (0%)
Special Class0 (0%)<=5 (100%)0 (0%)
ServiceFully ReceivingPartially ReceivingNot Receiving
Counseling Services>5 (94%)N/A (N/A)<=5 (6%)
Hearing Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Occupational Therapy<=5 (21%)N/A (N/A)>5 (79%)
Physical Therapy<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Speech-Language Therapy57 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
Vision Education Services<=5 (100%)N/A (N/A)0 (0%)
TransportationNumber Receiving
Curb to School<=5 (?)
Stop to School0 (0%)
Unassigned<=5 (?)

This data was gathered from the NYC DOE's Special Education Reports: https://infohub.nyced.org/reports/government-reports/special-education-reports

ELL Performance (2023-24)
ELL Progress
  47
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