Brooklyn College Academy is a high school located in Brooklyn, New York City. It is part of the New York City Department of Education. A double-sited school, it serves grades 9–12.
Serving 616 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn College Academy 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 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 18:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 616 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 18:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn College Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brooklyn College Academy's student population of 616 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
616 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Year Founded
1986
Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Brooklyn College Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn College Academy is 0.46, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#808 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
18:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
8%
10%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
72%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn College Academy's ranking?
Brooklyn College Academy is ranked #808 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn College Academy often compared to?
Brooklyn College Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn College Academy?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn College Academy is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn College Academy?
616 students attend Brooklyn College Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Brooklyn College Academy students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn College Academy?
Brooklyn College Academy has a student ration of 18:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn College Academy offer ?
Brooklyn College Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn College Academy part of?
Brooklyn College Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn College Academy located?
Brooklyn College Academy is located in the Windsor Terrace neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Windsor Terrace.
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