Serving 198 students in grades 9-12, Life Academy High School For Film And Music ranks in the top 30% 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 50-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% 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: 198 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: LIFE Academy High School for Film and Music serves a large attendance area in Brooklyn, NY, encompassing approximately 468.2 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of about 15.4 miles to the nearest edge and a maximum reach of 22.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Life Academy High School For Film And Music ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Life Academy High School For Film And Music's student population of 198 students has declined by 21% 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
198 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Life Academy High School For Film And Music ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Life Academy High School For Film And Music is 0.67, 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
#1283 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
44%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Black
8%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)74.2%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Life Academy High School For Film And Music's ranking?
Life Academy High School For Film And Music is ranked #1283 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Life Academy High School For Film And Music?
The graduation rate of Life Academy High School For Film And Music is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Life Academy High School For Film And Music?
198 students attend Life Academy High School For Film And Music.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Life Academy High School For Film And Music students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Life Academy High School For Film And Music?
Life Academy High School For Film And Music has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Life Academy High School For Film And Music offer ?
Life Academy High School For Film And Music offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Life Academy High School For Film And Music part of?
Life Academy High School For Film And Music is part of New York City Geographic District #21.
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