Serving 262 students in grades 9-12, It Takes A Village 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 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 262 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: IT TAKES A VILLAGE ACADEMY serves a broad attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families typically experience a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being about 12.9 miles and the furthest edge reaching up to 20.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
It Takes A Village Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
It Takes A Village Academy's student population of 262 students has declined by 45% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 27% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
262 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
It Takes A Village 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 It Takes A Village Academy is 0.36, 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
#3584 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
79%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)57.3%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wild Boars
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is It Takes A Village Academy's ranking?
It Takes A Village Academy is ranked #3584 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are It Takes A Village Academy often compared to?
It Takes A Village Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Victory Collegiate High School, Clara Barton High School, Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of It Takes A Village Academy?
The graduation rate of It Takes A Village Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend It Takes A Village Academy?
262 students attend It Takes A Village Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of It Takes A Village Academy students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of It Takes A Village Academy?
It Takes A Village Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does It Takes A Village Academy offer ?
It Takes A Village Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is It Takes A Village Academy part of?
It Takes A Village Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #18.
In what neighborhood is It Takes A Village Academy located?
It Takes A Village Academy is located in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 15 other public schools located in East Flatbush.
School Reviews
Review It Takes A Village Academy. Reviews should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:
- Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
- Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
Recent Articles
What Makes an Elementary School Feel Supportive?
Discover what makes one elementary school more supportive than another, from teacher relationships and family communication to classroom attention, belonging, student services, leadership, routines, and responsive academic support systems.
Second School Tour: Questions Parents Forget to Ask
A second school tour can reveal what families miss initially. Learn which questions to ask about teachers, support, schedules, safety, communication, programs, and everyday student life before enrolling.
Attendance Policies Are Changing: Parent Guide 2026
Attendance policies are changing across public schools. Learn what parents should examine about absences, tardiness, interventions, flexibility, communication, and student support before choosing a school for their child today.
