William Cullen Bryant High School is a large, diverse high school in Queens, recognized for its extensive career and technical education (CTE) programs and a strong focus on postsecondary readiness. The school actively participates in FutureReadyNYC and CRMYA initiatives, offering students apprenticeships in fields like tech, finance, and business, alongside a new Cybersecurity CTE track. It also features a Law Academy and Law Enforcement Academy. Academically, the school aims to empower students to reach their full potential within a nurturing environment, supported by small learning communities and an honors program. While the 4-year graduation rate of 83% is below the citywide median, and college enrollment at 55.2% is also below the citywide median, the school shows strong Regents pass rates in Languages Other Than English (95.8%) and English (69.3%). However, some Regents subjects like Geometry (15.5%) and Physics (27.3%) indicate areas for growth. Parents express very high satisfaction with the school, frequently highlighting supportive teachers and a welcoming, diverse environment. Student surveys, however, reveal some concerns regarding student conflicts and physical altercations. The school is also noted for its vibrant arts program and a wide array of extracurricular activities and clubs that reflect its multicultural student body.
What this school has to spend, and what it spends it on. Spending is not a measure of quality. Schools serving more students with higher needs receive more money.
Share of graduates by destination within 6 months. “Not enrolled” covers graduates not in a tracked postsecondary program (work, military, or unreported).
College entrance exams
SAT Math443
SAT Reading & Writing444
Average score among this school’s test-takers. Few NYC schools report the ACT, so those rows appear only where published.
Regents pass rates
Algebra I38%
Algebra II32%
Chemistry20%
Earth & Space Sciences26%
English69%
Geometry16%
Global History67%
Living Environment39%
Physics27%
U.S. History59%
World Languages96%
Share of students who took each Regents exam this year and scored 65 or higher. Exams with too few test-takers to report are omitted. Bars compare against NYC high schools reporting the same exam.
These figures describe recent graduating classes, not a guarantee for any student. College enrollment counts any postsecondary program within 6 months of graduation, and “college & career ready” is the DOE’s 4-year readiness measure.
Teacher survey · overall positive
75%76% response rate
Student survey · overall positive
69%60% response rate
Survey topics
Safety69%city 76%
Conflicts are resolved fairly in this school.67%
I feel safe…outside around this school.67%
I feel safe…traveling between home and this school.81%
I feel safe…in the hallways, bathrooms, locker rooms, and cafeteria of this school.77%
I feel safe…in my classes at this school.91%
Conflicts are resolved fairly in my school.66%
School Safety Agents promote a safe and respectful environment.79%
At this school students drink alcohol, use illegal drugs, or abuse prescription drugs.56%
At this school students get into physical fights.37%
At this school there is gang activity.65%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (69%) is their average, vs 76% citywide.
Bullying prevention57%city 57%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate other students.48%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of their race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, language/accent, or citizenship/immigration status.57%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of their gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.61%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of other differences, like different body type or disability.61%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other online (through mobile phones, social media, email, or other forms of electronic communication).54%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate other students.63%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (57%) is their average, vs 57% citywide.
Emotional support61%city 69%
I know where to go at my school if I need additional support with my mental-health.82%
During this school year, most days I have felt happy when at school.73%
During this school year, most days I have felt safe when at school.71%
During this school year, most days I have felt optimistic when at school.71%
During this school year, most days I have felt bored when at school.23%
During this school year, most days I have felt stressed when at school.28%
During this school year, most days I have felt worried when at school.45%
There is time at school to talk about feelings and emotions.58%
How many adults at this school…help students develop the skills they need to complete challenging coursework despite obstacles?.
Personal attention61%city 67%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…ask if I have everything that I need to succeed in their class.57%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…give me specific suggestions about how I can improve my work in class.60%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…explain things a different way if I don't understand something in class.60%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…support me when I am upset.44%
Adults at this school check in with me frequently about how I’m doing personally.58%
Adults at this school check in with me frequently about how I’m doing academically.77%
I feel like I belong at this school.73%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (61%) is their average, vs 67% citywide.
Academic expectations65%city 71%
The classes at this school prepare me for the next step in my education.79%
In how many of your classes …are you challenged?.48%
In how many of your classes …do your teachers have high expectations for you?.64%
In how many of your classes …are you encouraged to work in small groups?.60%
In how many of your classes …do your teachers want you to become better thinkers, not just memorize things?.66%
In how many of your classes …do you get so focused on learning during class activities that you lose track of time?.38%
In this school, the staff believes that all students can learn, including English language learners (ELLs), Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLLs), and students with disabilities.89%
How many students in your classes…have to work hard to do well?.75%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (65%) is their average, vs 71% citywide.
Clear instruction66%city 73%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers make learning expectations clear.67%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? Class assignments are purposeful in learning the course content.68%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? The work I do in class is good preparation for class assignments, projects, and assessments.70%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? I learn a lot from feedback on my work.59%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (66%) is their average, vs 73% citywide.
College & career guidance84%city 86%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… meet with me to discuss what I plan to do after high school. [Grades 9-12].69%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… encourage me to continue my education after high school. [Grades 9-12].84%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… provide me with information about the college application process. [Grades 9-12].78%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… help me plan for how to meet my future career goals. [Grades 9-12].80%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… encourage students of all races, ethnicities, genders, cultures, and backgrounds to take challenging classes. [Grades 9-12].85%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… advise me to take advanced courses. [Grades 9-12].78%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… help me consider which colleges to apply to. [Grades 9-12].
Family outreach91%city 94%
At this school…teachers understand families' challenges and concerns.89%
At this school…teachers work closely with families to meet students' needs.81%
At this school…staff regularly communicate with families about how they can help students learn.90%
At this school…school staff value families' race, ethnicity, culture, family structure, and background.91%
School staff regularly communicate with me about how I can help my child learn.92%
Teachers work closely with me to meet my child's needs.89%
My child's school communicates with me in a language that I can understand.96%
I am greeted warmly when I contact or visit the school.94%
My child's school will make me aware if there are any concerns about my child’s social or emotional well-being.
Student–teacher trust81%city 82%
There is at least one adult at my school that I can confide in.79%
My teachers are open to students' ideas, suggestions, and comments.83%
My teachers always do what they say they will do.73%
My teachers treat me with respect.90%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (81%) is their average, vs 82% citywide.
Parent–teacher trust94%city 95%
I feel respected by my child's teachers.96%
Staff at this school work hard to build trusting relationships with parents/guardians like me.92%
My child's teachers treat me as a partner in educating my child.95%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (94%) is their average, vs 95% citywide.
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Rigorous Instruction
Strong Core Instruction83%city 91%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…reading and writing experiences grounded in evidence from text, both literary and informational. [Social Studies].95%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [Social Studies].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [Social Studies].100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [Social Studies].100%
Overall positive % is averaged across every Pos/Neg survey question per respondent group (school year 2023-2024). Survey topics are the DOE’s framework measures (each the average favorable response across its questions; expand a topic to see them and the citywide average); the dimension scores themselves are no longer in the public data file.[3]
Teacher experience and certification from the NYSED School Report Card (2024–25); students per teacher = enrollment ÷ reported teachers. Fewer than 4 years counts as inexperienced.
Last year’s published figures. Schools make more offers than seats because not everyone enrolls, so offers can exceed seats. Counts under 10 are suppressed (shown as “<10”).
Last year’s published figures. Schools make more offers than seats because not everyone enrolls, so offers can exceed seats. Counts under 10 are suppressed (shown as “<10”).
Last year’s published figures. Schools make more offers than seats because not everyone enrolls, so offers can exceed seats. Counts under 10 are suppressed (shown as “<10”).
Last year’s published figures. Schools make more offers than seats because not everyone enrolls, so offers can exceed seats. Counts under 10 are suppressed (shown as “<10”).
Last year’s published figures. Schools make more offers than seats because not everyone enrolls, so offers can exceed seats. Counts under 10 are suppressed (shown as “<10”).
How many adults at this school…tell their students they believe they can achieve high academic standards?.82%
How many adults at this school…teach students how to advocate for themselves?.62%
How many adults at this school…recognize disruptive behavior as social-emotional learning opportunities?.66%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (61%) is their average, vs 69% citywide.
79%
Adults at this school (including teachers, administrators, counselors, and the principal)… show me options for how to pay for college (scholarship, grants, loans, work study programs, etc.). [Grades 9-12].78%
Adults at this school...meet with students to discuss what they plan to do after high school.91%
Adults at this school...provide students with information about the college application process.96%
Adults at this school...help students plan for how to meet their future career goals.93%
Adults at this school...show students options for how to pay for college (scholarship, grants, loans, work study programs).92%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (84%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.
94%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (91%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…focusing deeply on the concepts emphasized in the standards to help students build strong foundations for learning. [Social Studies].
100%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…reading and writing experiences grounded in evidence from text, both literary and informational. [Science].71%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [Science].79%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [Science].71%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [Science].79%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…creating coherent progressions within the standards from previous grades to current grade to build onto previous learning. [Science].79%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…reading and writing experiences grounded in evidence from text, both literary and informational. [ELA].95%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [ELA].85%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [ELA].90%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [ELA].90%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…focusing deeply on the concepts emphasized in the standards to help students build strong foundations for learning. [ELA].90%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [Math].88%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [Math].59%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [Math].82%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…focusing deeply on the concepts emphasized in the standards to help students build strong foundations for learning. [Math].94%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to interact with complex grade-level text and tasks. [English as a New Language (ENL)].75%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage with texts and tasks reflective of their diverse racial, cultural, and linguistic perspective. [English as a New Language (ENL)].58%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…students to engage in meaningful discussion that critically examines topics that connect to the daily lives of students. [English as a New Language (ENL)].67%
In planning my last instructional unit, I had the resources and tools I needed to include multiple opportunities for…focusing deeply on the concepts emphasized in the standards to help students build strong foundations for learning. [English as a New Language (ENL)].67%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (83%) is their average, vs 91% citywide.
Quality of Student Discussion49%city 67%
How many students in your classes…build on each other’s ideas during class discussions?.32%
How many students in your classes…use data or text references to support their ideas?.52%
How many students in your classes…show that they respect each other’s ideas?.68%
How many students in your classes…provide constructive feedback to their peers/teachers?.40%
How many students in your classes…participate in class discussions at some point?.55%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (49%) is their average, vs 67% citywide.
Collaborative Teachers
Cultural Awareness and Inclusive Classroom Instruction84%city 89%
My teachers use examples of students’ different races and cultures in their lessons to make learning more meaningful for me.82%
My teachers use examples of students’ different backgrounds and families in their lessons to make learning more meaningful for me.79%
I see a variety of races, ethnicities, cultures, and backgrounds positively represented in the curriculum.90%
I see a variety of genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations positively represented in the curriculum.80%
At this school, we have productive conversations about race and racism where I feel my voice is heard.79%
My teachers treat students of different races, cultures, or backgrounds equally.87%
My teachers treat students of different genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations equally.90%
I feel that my teachers respect my culture, background, and identity.93%
I am able to...receive support around how to incorporate students' cultural and linguistic backgrounds in my practice.80%
I am able to...modify instructional activities and materials to meet the developmental needs and learning interests of all my students.90%
I am able to...ensure instruction represents multiple perspectives, cultures, and backgrounds.88%
I am able to…ensure instruction represents multiple genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations.81%
I am able to…ensure instruction represents multiple races and ethnicities.91%
I am able to...design appropriate instruction that is matched to students' need (e.g. English language learners (ELLs) or Emergent Multilingual Learners (EMLLs) proficiency and students with disabilities).86%
I am able to...apply my knowledge of parents' various cultural backgrounds when collaborating with them regarding their child's educational progress.80%
I am able to...develop appropriate Individualized Education Programs for my students with disabilities.89%
I am able to...monitor progress on Individualized Education Program goals for my students with disabilities.89%
I am able to...distinguish linguistic/cultural differences from learning difficulties.89%
I have conversations about race and racism at my school that help me examine my own beliefs around identity.57%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (84%) is their average, vs 89% citywide.
Peer Collaboration84%city 87%
At this school…the principal/school leader, teachers, and staff collaborate to make this school run effectively.74%
At this school…teachers design instructional programs (e.g. lessons, units) together.93%
At this school…teachers make a conscious effort to coordinate their teaching with instruction at other grade levels.85%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (84%) is their average, vs 87% citywide.
Quality of Professional Development72%city 82%
Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...included enough time to think carefully about, try, and evaluate new ideas.68%
Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...Included opportunities to engage in inquiry-based, professional collaboration with peers and/or mentors from other schools.76%
Overall, my professional development experiences this year have...directly related to my students’ needs.71%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (72%) is their average, vs 82% citywide.
School Commitment67%city 83%
I usually look forward to each working day at this school.79%
I would recommend this school to parents/guardians seeking a place for their child.61%
I would recommend this school to other teachers as a place to work.60%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (67%) is their average, vs 83% citywide.
Innovation and Collective Responsibility66%city 79%
How many teachers at this school…help build a welcoming school environment in the entire school, not just their classroom?.75%
How many teachers at this school…are actively trying to improve their teaching?.74%
How many teachers at this school…take responsibility for improving the school?.59%
How many teachers at this school…are eager to try new ideas?.51%
How many teachers at this school…feel responsible that all students learn?.73%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (66%) is their average, vs 79% citywide.
Supportive Environment
Conflict Resolution73%city 79%
When a conflict arises, school staff use questions to encourage reflection and resolve it.73%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (73%) is their average, vs 79% citywide.
Classroom Behavior48%city 66%
How many students in your classes…listen carefully when the teacher gives directions?.58%
How many students in your classes…follow the rules in class?.66%
How many students in your classes…respond to challenging questions in class?.32%
How many students in your classes…do their work when they are supposed to?.37%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (48%) is their average, vs 66% citywide.
Effective School Leadership
Inclusive Leadership93%city 93%
The principal/school leader at this school…puts decisions made with families into action.95%
The principal/school leader at this school…works to create a sense of community in the school.97%
The principal/school leader at this school…ensures families are comfortable communicating with the school.96%
I have the opportunity to work with adults at this school to make decisions in important areas that impact my life (e.g. instruction, safety, conflict resolution, etc.).83%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (93%) is their average, vs 93% citywide.
Instructional Leadership73%city 86%
The principal/school leader at this school...makes clear to the staff their expectations for meeting instructional goals.78%
The principal/school leader at this school...understands how children learn.75%
The principal/school leader at this school...sets high standards for student learning.67%
The principal/school leader at this school...participates in instructional planning with teams of teachers.66%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…supports teachers in implementing what they have learned in professional development.77%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…carefully tracks student academic progress.81%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…knows what’s going on in my classes.72%
The principal/assistant principal(s) at this school…provides teachers with formative feedback to improve practice.78%
How many adults at this school…have access to school-based supports to assist in behavioral/emotional escalations?.62%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (73%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.
Program Coherence70%city 83%
At this school…once we start a new program, we follow up to make sure that it’s working.64%
At this school…it is clear how all of the programs offered are connected to our school’s instructional vision.71%
At this school…curriculum, instruction, and learning materials are well coordinated across the different grade levels at this school.76%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (70%) is their average, vs 83% citywide.
Teacher Influence47%city 66%
At this school…the principal/school leader encourages feedback through regular meetings with families and teacher leaders.81%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...hiring new professional personnel?.29%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...planning how discretionary school funds should be used?.31%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...selecting instructional materials and/or curriculum used in classrooms?.50%
How much influence do teachers have over school policy in...setting standards for student behavior?.44%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (47%) is their average, vs 66% citywide.
Strong Family-Community Ties
Strong Relationships93%city 90%
At this school, my child receives what they need to achieve their Individualized Education Plan (IEP) goal(s). [Families of students with IEPs].93%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (93%) is their average, vs 90% citywide.
Parent Involvement in School60%city 63%
Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…communicated with your child's teachers about your child's performance?.81%
Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…seen your child’s projects, artwork, homework, tests, or quizzes?.85%
I know how to contact the Parent Coordinator at my child’s school.14%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (60%) is their average, vs 63% citywide.
Trust
Parent-Principal Trust94%city 94%
I feel respected by my child's principal/school leader.95%
I trust the principal/school leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).93%
The principal/school leader is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.93%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (94%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.
Teacher-Teacher Trust76%city 86%
Teachers in this school trust each other.73%
It's OK in this school to discuss feelings, worries, and frustrations with other teachers.67%
I feel respected by other teachers at this school.88%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (76%) is their average, vs 86% citywide.
Student-Student Trust71%city 70%
Most students at this school treat each other with respect.66%
Most students treat students from different cultures or backgrounds equally.76%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (71%) is their average, vs 70% citywide.
Teacher-Principal Trust70%city 84%
I feel respected by the principal/school leader at this school.75%
The principal/school leader at this school is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.67%
The principal/school leader has confidence in the expertise of the teachers at this school.63%
I trust the principal/school leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).71%
The principal/school leader looks out for the personal welfare of the staff members.68%
The principal/school leader places the needs of children ahead of personal interests.77%
The principal and assistant principals function as a cohesive unit.72%
Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (70%) is their average, vs 84% citywide.
Enrollment
1,979
Economic Need Index
89%
Free / reduced lunch
87%
English learners
28%
Students with IEPs
17%
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS / SUBJECT SPECIFIC
10
$109K
$1.1M
ESL / WHOLE CLASS10$108K$1.1M
SOCIAL STUDIES / WHOLE CLASS9$116K$1.0M
MATH / WHOLE CLASS8$105K$842K
SCIENCE - BIOLOGY / WHOLE CLASS6$119K$715K
FL - SPANISH / WHOLE CLASS6$108K$651K
ENGLISH LANGUAGE ARTS / WHOLE CLASS6$104K$625K
PHYSICAL EDUCATION / SUBJECT SPECIFIC6$100K$597K
SPECIAL EDUCATION / WHOLE CLASS5$96K$481K
PHYSICAL EDUCATION / WHOLE CLASS5$91K$454K
SCIENCE - BIOLOGY / SUBJECT SPECIFIC4$106K$423K
SPECIAL EDUCATION / SUBJECT SPECIFIC3$115K$344K
FL - SPANISH / SUBJECT SPECIFIC3$100K$299K
HEALTH / WHOLE CLASS2$122K$245K
SCIENCE - CHEMISTRY / WHOLE CLASS2$122K$245K
DANCE MODERN / WHOLE CLASS2$100K$199K
MUSIC / WHOLE CLASS2$100K$199K
ARTS-VISUAL / WHOLE CLASS1$100K$100K
BUSINESS / SUBJECT SPECIFIC1$100K$100K
Computer Technology / WHOLE CLASS1$100K$100K
Cosmetology / SUBJECT SPECIFIC1$100K$100K
Custom Design and Illustration / WHOLE CLASS1$100K$100K