Overview
Captain Vernon a Richards High School-Fire is a public school in Brooklyn, NY, offering AP courses and 12 sports. It is one of 16 high schools in New York City Geographic District #19.
School Rating
Captain Vernon a Richards High School-Fire is performing below average compared to public and charter schools in New York with the same grade levels.
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About the School
3 Reviews
Neighborhood
400 Pennsylvania Avenue
Brooklyn, NY 11207
School leader: Mr James Anderson
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