Serving 383 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Academy Of Talented Scholars ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The Academy of Talented Scholars serves an attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 16 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the zone's edge being 2.2 miles and a maximum distance of 3.7 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of Talented Scholars ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Academy Of Talented Scholars's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
383 students
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Motto
Every student is gifted & talented!
School Rankings
Academy Of Talented Scholars ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Academy Of Talented Scholars is 0.59, 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
#514 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
32%
10%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
1%
15%
White
55%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.9%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of Talented Scholars's ranking?
Academy Of Talented Scholars is ranked #514 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Academy Of Talented Scholars often compared to?
Academy Of Talented Scholarsis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn School Of Inquiry by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Academy Of Talented Scholars?
383 students attend Academy Of Talented Scholars.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Academy Of Talented Scholars students are White, 32% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Academy Of Talented Scholars?
Academy Of Talented Scholars has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Academy Of Talented Scholars offer ?
Academy Of Talented Scholars offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy Of Talented Scholars part of?
Academy Of Talented Scholars is part of New York City Geographic District #20.
In what neighborhood is Academy Of Talented Scholars located?
Academy Of Talented Scholars is located in the Gravesend neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Gravesend.
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