Serving 356 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Lab School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 55%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 356 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Lab School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooklyn Lab School's student population of 356 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
356 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brooklyn Lab School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,093 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Lab School is 0.60, 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
#719 out of 4093 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
55%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
11%
10%
Hispanic
58%
29%
Black
24%
16%
White
3%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
85%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Lab School's ranking?
Brooklyn Lab School is ranked #719 out of 4,093 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Lab School often compared to?
Brooklyn Lab Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick Douglass Vii High School, Brooklyn School For Math And Research by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 55% NY state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn Lab School?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Lab School is 85-89%, which is higher than the New York state average of 85%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Lab School?
356 students attend Brooklyn Lab School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Brooklyn Lab School students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 11% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Lab School?
Brooklyn Lab School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Lab School offer ?
Brooklyn Lab School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooklyn Lab School part of?
Brooklyn Lab School is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
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