Serving 282 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn International 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 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥50% (which is equal to the New York state average of 50%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 62%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 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 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 282 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brooklyn International High School's student population of 282 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Brooklyn International High School is 0.56, 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)
(16-17)≥50%
50%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
62%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
17%
10%
Hispanic
63%
29%
Black
13%
16%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
3%
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?
≥50% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 50% NY state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 62% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn International High School?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn International High School is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn International High School?
282 students attend Brooklyn International High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Brooklyn International High School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Black, and 7% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn International High School?
Brooklyn International High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn International High School offer ?
Brooklyn International High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooklyn International High School part of?
Brooklyn International High School is part of New York City Geographic District #13 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn International High School located?
Brooklyn International High School is located in the Bridge Plaza neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Bridge Plaza.
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