Serving 540 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Hebrew Language Charter School 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 64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 48%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 42% (which is higher than the New York state average of 40%).
The student:teacher ratio of 42:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 59% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 540 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 42:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Math Proficiency: 64%
- Reading Proficiency: 42%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hebrew Language Charter School's student population of 540 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has declined by 80% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
540 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hebrew Language Charter School is 0.47, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)64%
48%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)42%
40%
Student : Teacher Ratio
42:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
71%
16%
White
16%
41%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
51%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
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?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 48% NY state average), while 42% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 40% NY state average).
How many students attend Hebrew Language Charter School?
540 students attend Hebrew Language Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Hebrew Language Charter School students are Black, 16% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hebrew Language Charter School?
Hebrew Language Charter School has a student ration of 42:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hebrew Language Charter School offer ?
Hebrew Language Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hebrew Language Charter School part of?
Hebrew Language Charter School is part of Hebrew Language Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Hebrew Language Charter School located?
Hebrew Language Charter School is located in the Mill Basin neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Mill Basin.
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