Serving 430 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Lab School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 430 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Lab School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brooklyn Lab School's student population of 430 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
430 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn Lab School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Lab School is 0.53, 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
#1058 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
10%
10%
Hispanic
65%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
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 Lab School's ranking?
Brooklyn Lab School is ranked #1058 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Lab School often compared to?
Brooklyn Lab Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn School For Math And Research, Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn Lab School?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Lab School is 95%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Lab School?
430 students attend Brooklyn Lab School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Brooklyn Lab School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 10% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Lab School?
Brooklyn Lab School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Lab School offer ?
Brooklyn Lab School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Lab School part of?
Brooklyn Lab School is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
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