Serving 179 students in grades 9-12, El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Graduation Rate: 60-69% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: El Puente Academy for Peace and Justice serves a large attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families within this area typically have a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 12 miles to the zone's edge and a furthest reach of 21.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice's student population of 179 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
179 students
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
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Year Founded
1993
School Rankings
The diversity score of El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice is 0.28, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)<50%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)70-79%
62%
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Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
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Hispanic
84%
31%
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Black
14%
15%
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Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
60-69%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)68.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
1%
3%
Showing 2011–2023. View full 18-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice?
The graduation rate of El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice is 60-69%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice?
179 students attend El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice?
El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice offer ?
El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice part of?
El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice is part of New York City Geographic District #14.
In what neighborhood is El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice located?
El Puente Academy For Peace And Justice is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 17 other public schools located in Williamsburg.
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