The Brooklyn Latin School is a public specialized high school in New York City. It opened in September 2006. The ideals governing Brooklyn Latin are borrowed largely from the Boston Latin School, and popular society's ideals. The school’s founding headmaster was Jason Griffiths.
Serving 772 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Latin School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥95% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). 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 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 772 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: The Brooklyn Latin School serves a large attendance zone covering approximately 468.2 square miles in Brooklyn, NY, with a typical drive to the school taking 20-30 minutes and an average distance of about 11.9 miles to the edge of the zone, which extends up to 22.2 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Latin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brooklyn Latin School's student population of 772 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
772 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2006
School Motto
To whom much is given, much will be expected.
School Rankings
Brooklyn Latin School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Latin School is 0.71, 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
#916 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
47%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
9%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)37.1%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Purple and Gold
School Mascot
Titans
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Latin School's ranking?
Brooklyn Latin School is ranked #916 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Latin School often compared to?
Brooklyn Latin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥95% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 Latin School?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Latin School is 99%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Latin School?
772 students attend Brooklyn Latin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Brooklyn Latin School students are Asian, 21% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 9% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Latin School?
Brooklyn Latin School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Latin School offer ?
Brooklyn Latin School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Latin School part of?
Brooklyn Latin School is part of New York City Geographic District #14.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Latin School located?
Brooklyn Latin School is located in the Southside neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Southside.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This school has a very high level of academic programs. The IB hohors program that it offers is great, but very demanding on its students.
I would say that extracirruclar activities are not very well managed. This is probably becuase the school is a small school with none of its own sport facilities. They however do participate in Basketball and Soccer, but the kids are pressured with heavy academics and major logistics vis a vis travel to games etc. However the clubs and other societies that TBLS has, is fantastic.
Academic is superb TBLS has a great Head Master and a tremendous Body of Staff. The fact the the BasketBall team was close to winning a championship last semester was tremendous and, the small goal soccer runner-up championship was well deserved. Kudos to staff and members of the school team. Other games such as Tennis, Baseball/Softball, Golf, Volleyball etc, should be offered, and the provision of a Home Gym for TBLS needs attention.
What can I say about facilities. A NYC Specialized High School needs to represent itself as the "Best" that was the intent of its establishment. We need a better physical setting, better labs, a bigger library, more "Smart School" elements for computer and internet use.
A summary of the attributes of the school: Headmaster and Staff - Great, IB Program, nice. Parent-Teachers Association is well organized and with the right amount of parent partcipation will be even better. Its Critical Friends Sessions are wonderful. Student Led Parent/Teacher Review Sessions work very well. A Great School that has the potential to be NY's Best Specialized High School
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