Brooklyn Latin School, specialized high school in New York City
Brooklyn Latin School is a high school for grades 9 through 12 in Brooklyn that maintains a formal setting where students wear white shirts, khaki trousers or skirts, and ties as part of their uniform. The school shares a building with two other schools and offers rigorous coursework in math, science, English, history, and languages, with many students pursuing the demanding IB diploma.
Founded in 2006, the school was modeled after Boston Latin, the nation's oldest public high school, and serves as one of New York City's nine specialized high schools offering the demanding IB diploma. This program emphasizes classical studies and developed to provide rigorous academics with strong focus on language and public speaking.
Students at Brooklyn Latin take pride in their uniforms and academic traditions, developing public speaking and debate skills that shape how they engage in classrooms and beyond. These practices reflect the school's focus on classical education and prepare students to communicate effectively in different settings.
Admission to the school is through the SHSAT test, and students are encouraged to apply to colleges outside the state as well as local SUNY and CUNY schools. Support programs are available for students managing the demanding coursework, including tutoring and advisory groups that provide guidance throughout their time there.
The school stands apart as the only specialized high school in New York City offering the demanding International Baccalaureate diploma, making it one of the most sought-after choices among the city's specialized schools. This qualification is recognized by many top universities and opens doors to graduate programs and international opportunities for its graduates.
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