Serving 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hebrew Language Academy Charter School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 46% (which is equal to the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 79% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School's student population of 610 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
610 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 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 Hebrew Language Academy Charter School is 0.49, 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
#2034 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
68%
16%
White
21%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hebrew Language Academy Charter School's ranking?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School is ranked #2034 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?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Hebrew Language Academy Charter School?
610 students attend Hebrew Language Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Hebrew Language Academy Charter School students are Black, 21% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hebrew Language Academy Charter School?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Hebrew Language Academy Charter School offer ?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hebrew Language Academy Charter School part of?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School is part of Hebrew Language Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Hebrew Language Academy Charter School located?
Hebrew Language Academy Charter School is located in the Mill Basin neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Mill Basin.
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