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What’s Special

Nice selection of courses; students may earn professional certifications

The Downside

School climate could be better

DeWitt Clinton High School offers seven pathways: health professions, engineering & computer science, visual arts, dance, music, and the Macy Honors early college program. It also has a program for students new to the country who are learning English. Students may participate in chorus, sports teams, swimming, band, orchestra, and dance. They take college courses and earn professional certificates to boost job prospects. The school has made academic improvements and is working on creating a safer environment.

Each pathway includes a 3- or 4-year high school course sequence with college credit and certification exams. In 9th and 10th grades, students attend weekly after-school sessions to learn job skills and prepare for internships in their final two years. DeWitt Clinton partners with organizations like Teens for Food Justice, GrowNYC, Code Nation, and Montefiore Medical Group. Students can earn Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certifications.

Students have made good academic progress in recent years. Teachers use proven methods to improve reading, like breaking down complex sentences, teaching key words, and using charts to help students organize their ideas, according to the school’s yearly plan. Staff meet with each senior and their family to review graduation requirements. Over half of the students graduate with test scores high enough to enroll at City University of New York without extra help, which is better than the city average.

In addition to Advanced Placement (AP) courses, students may earn college credit for select classes taught at the high school through partnerships with Syracuse University and Project Lead the Way, which has a STEM focus. 

The school climate could be better. Students and teachers have raised concerns about discipline on the NYC School Survey. Trust between teachers and the principal is low, and students report more bullying than typical in other schools. 

Students with disabilities join general education classrooms with their peers and have access to counseling services. New immigrant students receive one year of English instruction in the Newcomer’s Global Community before transitioning to one of the school's specialized programs or majors.

DeWitt Clinton High School, opened in 1930, has Tiffany chandeliers, Depression-era murals, spacious sports fields, and a swimming pool. Notable alumni include designer Ralph Lauren and author James Baldwin. The school shares its building with two small high schools. (Lydie Raschka, web reports, July 2024)

 

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School Stats

Academics

School
Citywide
How many students graduate in 4 years?
 
94%
How many students with disabilities graduate in 4 years?
 
82%
How many English language learners graduate in 4 years?
 
97%
Average daily attendance
 
91%
How many students miss 18 or more days of school?
 
28%
How many parents of students with disabilities say this school offers enough activities and services for their children's needs?
 
96%
How many parents of students with disabilities say this school works to achieve the goals of their students' IEPs?
 
97%
From the 2023-24 School Quality Guide and 2024-25 NYC School Survey

Students

1219
Number of students
Citywide Average is 608

Race/Ethnicity


School
Citywide
Low-income students
 
88%
Students with disabilities
 
21%
Multilingual learners
 
9%
From the 2024-25 Demographic Snapshot

Safety & Vibe

School
Citywide
How many students were suspended?
 
1%
How many students say they feel safe in the hallways, bathrooms and locker rooms?
 
87%
How many students think bullying happens most or all of the time at this school?
 
52%
How many students say that some are bullied at their school because of their gender or sexual orientation?
 
39%
How many teachers say they would recommend this school to other families?
 
81%
From the 2024-25 NYC School Survey and 2023-24 NY State Report Card

Faculty & Staff

School
Citywide
How many teachers say the principal is an effective manager?
 
89%
7.6
Years of principal experience at this school
Citywide Average is 8
136
Number of students for each guidance counselor or social worker
Citywide Average is 119

Teachers’ Race/Ethnicity


How many teachers have 3 or more years of experience teaching?
 
58%
Are teachers effective?
From the 2024-25 NYC School Survey, 2023-24 School Quality Guide, 2022-23 Report on School-Based Staff Demographics, 2025 Guidance Counselor Report, and this school's most recent Quality Review Report

College and Career Readiness

School
Citywide
How well are students prepared for college and careers after four years at this school? What is a College and Career Readiness (CCR) Score?
 
60
How many students take a college-level course or earn a professional certificate?
 
91%
How many students who have graduated from this high school stay in college for at least 3 semesters?
 
50%
From the 2023-24 School Quality Guide
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Programs & Admissions

From the 2024 High School Directory

Clinton School of Health Professions (X10A)

Admissions Method: Ed. Opt.

Program Description:

DWCs Health Professions program offers a true CCI Experience; C.C.I. = College Credits. Certification Exams. Internships. Students take a 4 year PLTW course sequence , which offer students performance based College Credits. In addition, students prepare to earn Health Certifications: CPR, First Responder, Phlebotomy, Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Certified Nursing Assistant and (CNA). These certifications can earn jobs with annual salaries of $37,369- $48,650. For students who excel academically in 9th and 10th grade, will earn the chance to take Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) courses in 11th and 12th grade, this will prepare students to pass the NCLEX-PN exam to become an LPN and earn an entry level salary of $60,928. Students can also experience the Health Pathway through our agriculture program that teaches students to grow food in our own Hydroponics Lab. This program offers students various entry points to pursue their Health Profession dreams.

Newcomers' Global Community (X10H)

Admissions Method: Language Criteria

Program Description:

This program is for students who have been in the country for less than three years and are English Language Learners. The curriculum is designed to develop the students' conversational language and writing skills using ESL strategies. After completing one full year of ELA instruction in the Newcomers'-Global Community, students will transition into one of our Pathway Majors.

Macy Honors Early College Program (X10J)

Admissions Method: Screened

Program Description:

DWCs Premier Early College Program offers honors-level core subjects, Advanced Placement Classes, Syracuse University Courses, and Lehman College Now. Students must maintain an 85% average; scholarships are offered to participate in pre-college programs at Ivy League Colleges (i.e Columbia, Brown, Princeton). Free SAT Prep provided. In addition to these advanced courses, students choose from a required elective pathway in the following career areas: PLTW Engineering/ Robotics, Business, Visual Arts, and Music (Band/Guitar/Vocal). During students junior year, they can apply for our Advanced Nursing Program to become a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN). Paid Internships are available in the 11th and 12th grade based on academic performance and attendance. Prestigious alumni include Stan Lee, James Baldwin, Ralph Lauren, Neil Simon, Nate Archibald, Dolph Shayes, and many more.

Clinton School of Engineering & Computer Science (X10K)

Admissions Method: Ed. Opt.

Program Description:

DWC's Flagship program is a NY State CTE Certified Program in Computer Science. This program teaches students to develop websites and write apps via a four-year course sequence that provides college credits from PLTW and Syracuse. Students prepare for two professional, in demand, certifications in HTML/ CSS and Python coding languages, which develop skills that can earn a starting salary of $75,000 right out of high school. Students also have the opportunity to engage with professionals in industry through after-school activities with Code Nation, Grant Associates, and Concorde Education

Clinton School of Visual Arts (X10L)

Admissions Method: Ed. Opt.

Program Description:

This program offers a choice of 4 year course sequences in visual arts & commercial art. Students will learn to draw and design digital art for apparel design and graphic design. Students earn industry certifications in Precision Exams Commercial Art and Adobe Premier. The four-year course sequence begins with digital art, printmaking, and graffiti art and culminates with the Syracuse Animation Course.Student Interns work after school to produce clothing designs and sell apparel in the student store.

Clinton School of Dance (X10M)

Admissions Method: Ed. Opt.

Program Description:

This program offers a 4 yr sequence in the techniques of Hip Hop/Urban Dance Styles, Jazz, and Contemporary. Alongside technique, students learn to perform, choreograph, improvise, and authentic industry skills. Portfolio elements include: school performances, guest artist repertory, choreography/improvisation, oral presentations, and stage production experiences. Students are exposed to careers including professional dancer, educator, teaching artist, choreographer, dance administrator, physical therapy. Students work with Industry Partners that include: Alvin Ailey, Ballet Hispanico, and The Cunningham Trust.Students perform for whole school events four times per year that include: The Thanksgiving Festival, Christmas Show, International Day, and The Dance Showcase.

Clinton School of Music (X10N)

Admissions Method: Ed. Opt.

Program Description:

This program offers a 4 yr sequence in the techniques of music production. They will progress from beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels over the course of four years. Students will learn to produce music for recording artists in our professional studio. In addition, students will learn to design and run audio for performances and podcasts. In their junior year, students will take their industry Audio Technician certification exam that will help them achieve a starting salary in the range of $42,000 a year.

75X168 D75 Inclusion Program at DeWitt Clinton High School (X10U)

Admissions Method: D75 Special Education Inclusive Services

Offerings

From the 2024 High School Directory

Advanced Courses

Algebra II (Advanced Math), AP Biology, AP Calculus AB, AP Computer Science Principles, AP English Language and Composition, AP English Literature and Composition, AP Environmental Science, AP Pre-Calculus, AP United States Government and Politics, AP United States History, AP World History: Modern, Arts (College Course [Credited]), Chemistry (Advanced Science), Comp Sci/Math Tech (College Course [Credited]), Econ/Gov (Advanced Placement), Econ/Gov (College Course [Credited]), Physics (Advanced Science), Physics (College Course [Credited]), Science (College Course [Credited]), US History (College Course [Credited]), World Languages (Advanced World Languages)

Boys PSAL teams

Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Football, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Swimming, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling

Girls PSAL teams

Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Flag Football, Gymnastics, Handball, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Volleyball

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Contact & Location

Location

100 West Mosholu Parkway South
Bronx NY 10468

Buses: Bx1, Bx10, Bx16, Bx2, Bx22, Bx25, Bx26, Bx28, Bx3, BxM3, BxM4


Contact

Principal: Pierre Orbe

Parent Coordinator: Ines Carino

Phone: 718-543-1000

Website

Other Details

Shared campus? Yes

This school shares the DeWitt Clinton Educational Campus with two other high schools

Uniforms required? No
Metal detectors? Yes

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