The Academy for Excellence in Leadership, formerly the Academy for Environmental Leadership, is a small high school located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn in New York City. It was founded in September 2006, and is located on the 4th floor of the Bushwick High School Campus.
Serving 277 students in grades 9-12, Academy For Excellence In Leadership ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-29% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 277 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Academy for Environmental Leadership serves a large attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 20 to 30 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 23 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Academy For Excellence In Leadership's student population of 277 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
277 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2006
School Calendar
School Rankings
Academy For Excellence In Leadership ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy For Excellence In Leadership is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2974 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
75%
31%
Black
15%
15%
White
1%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)43.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Tiger
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy For Excellence In Leadership's ranking?
Academy For Excellence In Leadership is ranked #2974 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Academy For Excellence In Leadership?
The graduation rate of Academy For Excellence In Leadership is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Academy For Excellence In Leadership?
277 students attend Academy For Excellence In Leadership.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Academy For Excellence In Leadership students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy For Excellence In Leadership?
Academy For Excellence In Leadership has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy For Excellence In Leadership offer ?
Academy For Excellence In Leadership offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy For Excellence In Leadership part of?
Academy For Excellence In Leadership is part of New York City Geographic District #32.
In what neighborhood is Academy For Excellence In Leadership located?
Academy For Excellence In Leadership is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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