Gotham Professional Arts
PS 782K — Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn
A creative, rigorous education where every student is empowered to shape the future as scholars, artists, and global citizens.
Grades 9–12 • 92% college persistence • A United Community School since 2015
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About Our School
Where art meets inquiry and every voice belongs.
Founded in 2007 by arts educator Alex White, Gotham Professional Arts Academy is a Brooklyn public high school (grades 9–12) that puts art and culture at the heart of a rigorous, inquiry-based curriculum. Our three-track arts program—Visual Arts, Performing Arts, and Media Arts—ensures every student discovers their creative voice while mastering the skills to succeed in college and beyond.
We nurture the whole child through restorative practices, social justice, and community partnerships, preparing students to navigate and design our ever-changing world as activists, scholars, and global citizens.
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What We Offer
Our Programs
A curriculum where creativity fuels critical thinking and real-world impact.
Arts Tracks
All 9th graders explore Visual, Performing, and Media Arts before choosing a track for grades 10–12. From mural painting to digital filmmaking, students develop technical skills and a critical lens to create impactful art.
Explore ArtsCollege Access
92% of our 2017 graduates enrolled in college and completed their freshman year. We offer SAT prep, FAFSA workshops, and partnerships with NYU, Brooklyn College, and more to ensure every student has a path to higher education.
Learn MoreUnited Community School
Since 2015, we’ve partnered with the UFT to provide health services, after-school programs, and family engagement—from Broadway tickets to doula programs—so every student thrives academically and socio-emotionally.
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