Serving 209 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance 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 40-59% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 46%). 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 96% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥80% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-59% (Top 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 Academy Of Global Finance ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance's student population of 209 students has grown by 95% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 127% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance 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 Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance is 0.64, 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
#1909 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
4%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
40%
30%
Black
45%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥80%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
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 Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance's ranking?
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance is ranked #1909 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance often compared to?
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Financeis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn High School For Law And Technology, Bushwick Leaders High School For Academic Excellence 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 46% 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 Academy Of Global Finance?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance is 80%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance?
209 students attend Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are American Indian, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance?
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance offer ?
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance part of?
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance is part of New York City Geographic District #16 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance located?
Brooklyn Academy Of Global Finance is located in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 46 other public schools located in Bedford Stuyvesant.
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