Serving 134 students in grades 9-12, Khalil Gibran International Academy 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 134 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Khalil Gibran International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Khalil Gibran International Academy's student population of 134 students has declined by 38% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
134 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Khalil Gibran International Academy 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 Khalil Gibran International Academy is 0.79, which is more 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
#1790 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
19%
10%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
28%
16%
White
24%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
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 Khalil Gibran International Academy's ranking?
Khalil Gibran International Academy is ranked #1790 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?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Khalil Gibran International Academy?
The graduation rate of Khalil Gibran International Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Khalil Gibran International Academy?
134 students attend Khalil Gibran International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
28% of Khalil Gibran International Academy students are Black, 24% of students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Khalil Gibran International Academy?
Khalil Gibran International Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Khalil Gibran International Academy offer ?
Khalil Gibran International Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Khalil Gibran International Academy part of?
Khalil Gibran International Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is Khalil Gibran International Academy located?
Khalil Gibran International Academy is located in the Boerum Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Boerum Hill.
School Reviews
4 10/27/2023
I attend this school and it's very welcoming and diverse. Even though our school is small, we try to help and respect each other.
5 2/15/2023
I attended this school and have only great things to say about my experience. The teachers and staff members are respectful and always willing to help. The teachers are very invested in the education of the students and they look for better ways to prepare them for exams and college.
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