Serving 272 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn School For Social Justice ranks in the top 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 approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher 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 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 272 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn School For Social Justice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooklyn School For Social Justice's student population of 272 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
272 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brooklyn School For Social Justice ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn School For Social Justice is 0.41, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#1599 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
76%
29%
Black
12%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn School For Social Justice's ranking?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice is ranked #1599 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn School For Social Justice?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn School For Social Justice is 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn School For Social Justice?
272 students attend Brooklyn School For Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Brooklyn School For Social Justice students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn School For Social Justice?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn School For Social Justice offer ?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooklyn School For Social Justice part of?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice is part of New York City Geographic District #32 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn School For Social Justice located?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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