The Bushwick School for Social Justice is a small public high school in the neighborhood of Bushwick, Brooklyn, New York City, one of four schools currently occupying the Bushwick Campus. Enrollment is approximately 425 students.
Serving 267 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn School For Social Justice 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 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than 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 (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 267 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Bushwick School for Social Justice serves a large attendance area in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 11.8 miles and the furthest point reaching up to 23 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn School For Social Justice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brooklyn School For Social Justice's student population of 267 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
267 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Brooklyn School For Social Justice 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 School For Social Justice is 0.25, 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
#2222 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2007–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
86%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
2%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)76%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn School For Social Justice's ranking?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice is ranked #2222 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
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 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn School For Social Justice?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn School For Social Justice is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Brooklyn School For Social Justice?
267 students attend Brooklyn School For Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Brooklyn School For Social Justice students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn School For Social Justice?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn School For Social Justice offer ?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn School For Social Justice part of?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice is part of New York City Geographic District #32.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn School For Social Justice located?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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