Serving 253 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). 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 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 253 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (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
Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity's student population of 253 students has grown by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
253 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1533 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
5%
10%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
68%
15%
White
6%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity's ranking?
Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity is ranked #1533 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity often compared to?
Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equityis often viewed alongside schools like Clara Barton High School, It Takes A Village Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity?
253 students attend Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity?
Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity offer ?
Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity part of?
Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity is part of New York City Geographic District #18.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity located?
Brooklyn Community High School For Excellence And Equity is located in the Canarsie neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 23 other public schools located in Canarsie.
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