Serving 127 students in grades 9-12, East Brooklyn Community High School ranks in the bottom 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 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)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 127 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 25-29% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Brooklyn Community High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
East Brooklyn Community High School's student population of 127 students has declined by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
127 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Brooklyn Community High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Brooklyn Community High School is 0.39, 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
#2549 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
20%
29%
Black
76%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
25-29%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Brooklyn Community High School's ranking?
East Brooklyn Community High School is ranked #2549 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are East Brooklyn Community High School often compared to?
East Brooklyn Community High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Democracy Academy, Teachers Preparatory 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 46% NY state average), while ≥50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Brooklyn Community High School?
The graduation rate of East Brooklyn Community High School is 25-29%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Brooklyn Community High School?
127 students attend East Brooklyn Community High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of East Brooklyn Community High School students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Brooklyn Community High School?
East Brooklyn Community High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Brooklyn Community High School offer ?
East Brooklyn Community High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Brooklyn Community High School part of?
East Brooklyn Community High School is part of New York City Geographic District #18 School District.
In what neighborhood is East Brooklyn Community High School located?
East Brooklyn Community High School is located in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 15 other public schools located in East Flatbush.
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