Serving 482 students in grades 9-12, East Williamsburg Scholars Academy 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower 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 97% 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: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: The School for Legal Studies 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 furthest edge of the zone located about 22.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy's student population of 482 students has grown by 52% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
482 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Where leaders are made
School Rankings
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy 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 East Williamsburg Scholars Academy is 0.39, 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
#3529 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
10%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
77%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
4%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-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)50.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Williamsburg Scholars Academy's ranking?
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy is ranked #3529 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Williamsburg Scholars Academy?
The graduation rate of East Williamsburg Scholars Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend East Williamsburg Scholars Academy?
482 students attend East Williamsburg Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of East Williamsburg Scholars Academy students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Williamsburg Scholars Academy?
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Williamsburg Scholars Academy offer ?
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Williamsburg Scholars Academy part of?
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #14.
In what neighborhood is East Williamsburg Scholars Academy located?
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy is located in the East Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in East Williamsburg.
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