Serving 469 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology 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 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher 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 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 469 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Brooklyn High School for Law and Technology serves an attendance area of approximately 468.2 square miles in Brooklyn, NY, with typical travel times of 20-30 minutes and distances to the furthest edge reaching up to 22.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology's student population of 469 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
469 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
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School Rankings
Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology 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 High School For Law And Technology is 0.55, 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
#3680 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 13-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Black
60%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
White
2%
39%
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Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
85-89%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)88.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 15-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology's ranking?
Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology is ranked #3680 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology often compared to?
Brooklyn High School For Law And Technologyis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance 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 52% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology?
469 students attend Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology?
Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology offer ?
Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology part of?
Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology is part of New York City Geographic District #16.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology located?
Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
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