Serving 383 students in grades 9-12, Leaders High School 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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.
Minority enrollment is 77% 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: 383 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Expeditionary Learning School for Community Leaders serves a large attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families can typically expect a driving time of 20 to 30 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 15.4 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, extending up to 22.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leaders High School's student population of 383 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
383 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
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School Rankings
The diversity score of Leaders High School is 0.71, 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)
21-39%
52%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)80-84%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
17%
10%
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Hispanic
45%
31%
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Black
9%
15%
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White
23%
39%
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Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)46.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. View full 18-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
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School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Leaders High School often compared to?
Leaders High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like High School Of Telecommunication Arts And Technology by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leaders High School?
The graduation rate of Leaders High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Leaders High School?
383 students attend Leaders High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Leaders High School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 17% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Leaders High School?
Leaders High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leaders High School offer ?
Leaders High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leaders High School part of?
Leaders High School is part of New York City Geographic District #21.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
This is a extraordinary school. This school prepares students for college starting in the 9th grade until the 12th. Students take part in activities and classes to Also help them decide what they want to study for college. Emotional and academic support is always around, whether it's a teacher or classmate. This is a great community overall.
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