Serving 459 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Lab School 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 459 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Brooklyn Lab School serves an extensive attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically drive 20-30 minutes to reach the school, with the average distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 11.9 miles, and the furthest point located 24.4 miles away.
- 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
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brooklyn Lab School's student population of 459 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
459 students
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Year Founded
2015
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Brooklyn Lab School 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 Lab School is 0.51, 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
#2262 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
9%
10%
Hispanic
67%
31%
Black
20%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)42.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
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 #2262 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Lab School often compared to?
Brooklyn Lab Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn School For Math And Research, Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn Lab School?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Lab School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Lab School?
459 students attend Brooklyn Lab School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Brooklyn Lab School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Lab School?
Brooklyn Lab School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Lab School offer ?
Brooklyn Lab School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Lab School part of?
Brooklyn Lab School is part of New York City Geographic District #19.
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