Serving 659 students in grades 6-12, East New York Family Academy 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 28% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East New York Family Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
East New York Family Academy's student population of 659 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East New York Family Academy 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 New York Family Academy is 0.48, 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
#2932 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
28%
29%
Black
67%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East New York Family Academy's ranking?
East New York Family Academy is ranked #2932 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are East New York Family Academy often compared to?
East New York Family Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Achievement First East New York Charter School, Junior High School 292 Margaret S Douglas by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of East New York Family Academy?
The graduation rate of East New York Family Academy is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend East New York Family Academy?
659 students attend East New York Family Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of East New York Family Academy students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East New York Family Academy?
East New York Family Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East New York Family Academy offer ?
East New York Family Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East New York Family Academy part of?
East New York Family Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is East New York Family Academy located?
East New York Family Academy is located in the East New York neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 41 other public schools located in East New York.
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