Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School

Chelsea Career and Technical Education High School, serving grades 9-12, is recognized for its robust career and technical education pathways in Visual Art & Design, Computer Systems & Networking, Cybersecurity, and AI. The school emphasizes career readiness, offering Advanced Placement courses, College Now classes, and requiring career pathway certifications. A notable strength is its participation in Future Ready NYC and the Career Readiness Modern Youth Apprenticeship program, which provide expanded opportunities for career exploration and guaranteed summer employment through partnerships. The school's graduation rate of 88% is above the citywide 25th percentile, though slightly below the median, and 61.9% of graduates enroll in college, also above the 25th percentile. While Regents pass rates for English and Global History are solid, scores in Geometry, Algebra I, and Chemistry are notably low. Parents express very high satisfaction with the school, with positive survey responses ranging from 93% to 99%. The school is often described as having a supportive environment and dedicated teachers, focusing on preparing students for diverse post-graduation paths including college, careers, civil service, or the armed services.