Serving 270 students in grades 9-12, Broome Street Academy Charter High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 270 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Broome Street Academy Charter High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Broome Street Academy Charter High School's student population of 270 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
270 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Broome Street Academy Charter High School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Broome Street Academy Charter 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#720 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
44%
29%
Black
50%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Broome Street Academy Charter High School's ranking?
Broome Street Academy Charter High School is ranked #720 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Broome Street Academy Charter High School often compared to?
Broome Street Academy Charter High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central Park East High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Broome Street Academy Charter High School?
The graduation rate of Broome Street Academy Charter High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Broome Street Academy Charter High School?
270 students attend Broome Street Academy Charter High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Broome Street Academy Charter High School students are Black, 44% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Broome Street Academy Charter High School?
Broome Street Academy Charter High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Broome Street Academy Charter High School offer ?
Broome Street Academy Charter High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Broome Street Academy Charter High School part of?
Broome Street Academy Charter High School is part of Broome Street Academy Charter High School District.
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