Serving 140 students in grades 10-11, West Brooklyn Community 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 50%).
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 60-79% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 62%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 10-11
- Enrollment: 140 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 20-29% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Brooklyn Community High School's student population of 140 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 10-11
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
140 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of West Brooklyn Community High School is 0.38, 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%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)60-79%
62%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
6%
10%
Hispanic
78%
31%
Black
7%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
20-29%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)100%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are West Brooklyn Community High School often compared to?
West Brooklyn Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Academy High School, Brownsville Academy High School 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 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of West Brooklyn Community High School?
The graduation rate of West Brooklyn Community High School is 20-29%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend West Brooklyn Community High School?
140 students attend West Brooklyn Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of West Brooklyn Community High School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Brooklyn Community High School?
West Brooklyn Community High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does West Brooklyn Community High School offer ?
West Brooklyn Community High School offers enrollment in grades 10-11 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is West Brooklyn Community High School part of?
West Brooklyn Community High School is part of New York City Geographic District #15.
In what neighborhood is West Brooklyn Community High School located?
West Brooklyn Community High School is located in the Borough Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 8 other public schools located in Borough Park.
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