Serving 222 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance 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% (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 96% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 222 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance's student population of 222 students has grown by 72% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 53% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
222 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Today’s students. Tomorrow’s leaders.
School Rankings
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance 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 Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance is 0.62, 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
#3106 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
43%
31%
Black
44%
15%
White
4%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)55%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance's ranking?
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance is ranked #3106 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance often compared to?
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Financeis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology, Bushwick Leaders High School For Academic Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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 Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance is 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance?
222 students attend Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance students are Black, 43% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 3% of students are American Indian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance?
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance offer ?
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance part of?
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance is part of New York City Geographic District #16.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance located?
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance is located in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 46 other public schools located in Bedford Stuyvesant.
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