Serving 86 students in grades 9-12, Brownsville Academy High 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 ≤20% (which is lower 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 5:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brownsville Academy High School serves a large attendance area in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 287.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 15 to 20 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 20.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brownsville Academy High School's student population of 86 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
86 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
Brownsville Academy High 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 Brownsville Academy High School is 0.49, 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
#3106 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤20%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
5:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
34%
31%
Black
63%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
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 Brownsville Academy High School's ranking?
Brownsville Academy High School is ranked #3106 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brownsville Academy High School often compared to?
Brownsville Academy High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Academy High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤20% 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 Brownsville Academy High School?
The graduation rate of Brownsville Academy High School is 30-39%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brownsville Academy High School?
86 students attend Brownsville Academy High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Brownsville Academy High School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownsville Academy High School?
Brownsville Academy High School has a student ration of 5:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brownsville Academy High School offer ?
Brownsville Academy High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brownsville Academy High School part of?
Brownsville Academy High School is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is Brownsville Academy High School located?
Brownsville Academy High School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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