Serving 151 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service 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 <50% (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 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 151 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 30-39% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: <50% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service's student population of 151 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
151 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Motto
Understand your history, overcome it and use it to lead social change.
School Rankings
Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service 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 High School For Leadership And Community Service is 0.52, 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
#2143 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
39%
30%
Black
58%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
30-39%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
93%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
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 High School For Leadership And Community Service's ranking?
Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service is ranked #2143 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
<50% 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 High School For Leadership And Community Service?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service is 30-39%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service?
151 students attend Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service students are Black, 39% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service?
Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service offer ?
Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service part of?
Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service is part of New York City Geographic District #13 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service located?
Brooklyn High School For Leadership And Community Service is located in the Bedford Stuyvesant neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 46 other public schools located in Bedford Stuyvesant.
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