Serving 479 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts 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 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 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: 479 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts's student population of 479 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
479 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Motto
Believe, Inquire, Learn and Achieve
School Rankings
Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts 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 Institute For Liberal Arts is 0.33, 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
#1379 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
81%
15%
White
2%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts's ranking?
Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts is ranked #1379 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts often compared to?
Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Artsis often viewed alongside schools like High School For Public Service-heroes Of Tomorrow by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while ≥90% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts?
479 students attend Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts students are Black, 14% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts?
Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts offer ?
Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts part of?
Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts located?
Brooklyn Institute For Liberal Arts is located in the Little Caribbean neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Little Caribbean.
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