Brooklyn Frontiers High School is an alternative high school operated by the New York City Board of Education which opened in 2011.
Serving 124 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Frontiers High School 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to 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 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% 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: 124 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 35-39% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 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 Frontiers High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooklyn Frontiers High School's student population of 124 students has declined by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
124 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
2011
School Rankings
Brooklyn Frontiers High School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Frontiers High School is 0.58, 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
#1986 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
33%
30%
Black
56%
16%
White
6%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
35-39%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Frontiers High School's ranking?
Brooklyn Frontiers High School is ranked #1986 out of 4,377 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?
40-59% 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 Frontiers High School?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Frontiers High School is 35-39%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Frontiers High School?
124 students attend Brooklyn Frontiers High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Brooklyn Frontiers High School students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Frontiers High School?
Brooklyn Frontiers High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Frontiers High School offer ?
Brooklyn Frontiers High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Frontiers High School part of?
Brooklyn Frontiers High School is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Frontiers High School located?
Brooklyn Frontiers High School is located in the Boerum Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Boerum Hill.
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