The Brooklyn Democracy Academy is a transfer school for over-age/under-credited students, located in the Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States. The school is a collaboration between the New York City Department of Education and the Jewish Child Care Association.
Serving 175 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Democracy Academy 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). 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 98% 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: 175 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Democracy Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooklyn Democracy Academy's student population of 175 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
175 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn Democracy Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Democracy Academy is 0.49, 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
#2648 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
28%
30%
Black
66%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
25-29%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Democracy Academy's ranking?
Brooklyn Democracy Academy is ranked #2648 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Democracy Academy often compared to?
Brooklyn Democracy Academyis often viewed alongside schools like East Brooklyn Community High School, Teachers Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% 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 Democracy Academy?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Democracy Academy is 25-29%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Democracy Academy?
175 students attend Brooklyn Democracy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Brooklyn Democracy Academy students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Democracy Academy?
Brooklyn Democracy Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Democracy Academy offer ?
Brooklyn Democracy Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Democracy Academy part of?
Brooklyn Democracy Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #23 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Democracy Academy located?
Brooklyn Democracy Academy is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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