Serving 105 students in grades 9-12, Bushwick Community 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 105 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Graduation Rate: 11-19% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤20% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bushwick Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bushwick Community High School's student population of 105 students has declined by 30% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has declined by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
105 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
School Rankings
Bushwick Community 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 Bushwick Community High School is 0.32, 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
#3181 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
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
80%
30%
Black
20%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
11-19%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bushwick Community High School's ranking?
Bushwick Community High School is ranked #3181 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?
≤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 Bushwick Community High School?
The graduation rate of Bushwick Community High School is 11-19%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Bushwick Community High School?
105 students attend Bushwick Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Bushwick Community High School students are Hispanic, and 20% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Bushwick Community High School?
Bushwick Community High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Bushwick Community High School offer ?
Bushwick Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bushwick Community High School part of?
Bushwick Community High School is part of New York City Geographic District #32 School District.
In what neighborhood is Bushwick Community High School located?
Bushwick Community High School is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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