Serving 387 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Leep Dual 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 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 387 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School's student population of 387 students has grown by 58% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
387 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Leep Dual 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 Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School is 0.26, 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
#1575 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
86%
29%
Black
4%
16%
White
7%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School's ranking?
Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School is ranked #1575 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?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School?
387 students attend Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 4% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School?
Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School offer ?
Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School part of?
Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School is part of Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School located?
Leep Dual Language Academy Charter School is located in the Sunset Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 24 other public schools located in Sunset Park.
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