Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2

1870 Stillwell Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11223
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 312 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 50% in NY
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

School Overview

Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2's student population of 312 students has grown by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
312 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers

School Rankings

Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 is 0.61, 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.
This School
State Level (NY)
#1822 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
45-49%
46%
50-54%
49%
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
26%
30%
Black
15%
16%
White
55%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.61
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2's ranking?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 is ranked #1822 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2?
312 students attend Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 offer ?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 part of?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 is part of Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 312 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 45%
  • : Top 50%
  • : 45-49% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : ≥90% (Top 30%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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