The Brooklyn Democracy Academy is a transfer school for over-age/under-credited students, located in the Brooklyn, New York City, New York, United States. The school is a collaboration between the New York City Department of Education and the Jewish Child Care Association.
Serving 166 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Democracy 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 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 166 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Democracy Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Brooklyn Democracy Academy's student population of 166 students has grown by 36% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 33% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
166 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2021
School Calendar
School Rankings
Brooklyn Democracy Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Democracy Academy is 0.50, 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
#2869 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
30%
31%
Black
64%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Democracy Academy's ranking?
Brooklyn Democracy Academy is ranked #2869 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Democracy Academy often compared to?
Brooklyn Democracy Academyis often viewed alongside schools like East Brooklyn Community High School, Teachers Preparatory High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn Democracy Academy?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Democracy Academy is 30-39%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Democracy Academy?
166 students attend Brooklyn Democracy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Brooklyn Democracy Academy students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Democracy Academy?
Brooklyn Democracy Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Democracy Academy offer ?
Brooklyn Democracy Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Democracy Academy part of?
Brooklyn Democracy Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #23.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Democracy Academy located?
Brooklyn Democracy Academy is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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