Serving 260 students in grades 9-12, It Takes A Village 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 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11-19% (which is lower 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 95% 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: 260 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
It Takes A Village Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
It Takes A Village Academy's student population of 260 students has declined by 59% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
260 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
Campus Size
50
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
It Takes A Village 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 It Takes A Village Academy is 0.36, 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
#3584 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
79%
16%
White
5%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
78%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is It Takes A Village Academy's ranking?
It Takes A Village Academy is ranked #3584 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are It Takes A Village Academy often compared to?
It Takes A Village Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Clara Barton High School, Victory Collegiate High School 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 11-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of It Takes A Village Academy?
The graduation rate of It Takes A Village Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend It Takes A Village Academy?
260 students attend It Takes A Village Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of It Takes A Village Academy students are Black, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of It Takes A Village Academy?
It Takes A Village Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does It Takes A Village Academy offer ?
It Takes A Village Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is It Takes A Village Academy part of?
It Takes A Village Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #18 School District.
In what neighborhood is It Takes A Village Academy located?
It Takes A Village Academy is located in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 15 other public schools located in East Flatbush.
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