Serving 796 students in grades 6-12, Boerum Hill School For International Studies 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 51% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 796 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 61%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Boerum Hill School For International Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Boerum Hill School For International Studies's student population of 796 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 69 teachers has grown by 46% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
796 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
69 teachers
School Rankings
Boerum Hill School For International Studies 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 Boerum Hill School For International Studies is 0.72, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2035 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)51%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
29%
30%
Black
22%
16%
White
39%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
(22-23)90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Boerum Hill School For International Studies's ranking?
Boerum Hill School For International Studies is ranked #2035 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Boerum Hill School For International Studies often compared to?
Boerum Hill School For International Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Collaborative Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Boerum Hill School For International Studies?
The graduation rate of Boerum Hill School For International Studies is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Boerum Hill School For International Studies?
796 students attend Boerum Hill School For International Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Boerum Hill School For International Studies students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Boerum Hill School For International Studies?
Boerum Hill School For International Studies has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Boerum Hill School For International Studies offer ?
Boerum Hill School For International Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Boerum Hill School For International Studies part of?
Boerum Hill School For International Studies is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is Boerum Hill School For International Studies located?
Boerum Hill School For International Studies is located in the Carroll Gardens neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Carroll Gardens.
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