Boerum Hill School For International Studies

284 Baltic St
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Top 50%
Serving 775 students in grades 6-12, Boerum Hill School For International Studies ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is lower than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 775 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Boerum Hill School For International Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

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School Overview

Boerum Hill School For International Studies's student population of 775 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
775 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
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School Rankings

Boerum Hill School For International Studies ranks within the top 50% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Boerum Hill School For International Studies is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
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State Level (NY)
#1581 out of 4093 schools
(Top 50%)
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50-54%
55%
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70-74%
62%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
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American Indian
1%
1%
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Asian
3%
10%
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Hispanic
24%
29%
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Black
27%
16%
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White
38%
41%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
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0.73
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≥90%
85%
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Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
51%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
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Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Boerum Hill School For International Studies's ranking?
Boerum Hill School For International Studies is ranked #1581 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boerum Hill School For International Studies?
The graduation rate of Boerum Hill School For International Studies is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Boerum Hill School For International Studies?
775 students attend Boerum Hill School For International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Boerum Hill School For International Studies students are White, 27% of students are Black, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boerum Hill School For International Studies?
Boerum Hill School For International Studies has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Boerum Hill School For International Studies offer ?
Boerum Hill School For International Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Boerum Hill School For International Studies part of?
Boerum Hill School For International Studies is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 775 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 62%
  • : ≥90% (Top 50%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 70-74% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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