Serving 573 students in grades 8-12, Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School 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 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher 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 (2025-26)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: 8-12
- Enrollment: 573 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School's student population of 573 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 35% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 8-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
573 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School 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 Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School is 0.39, 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
#3388 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
76%
16%
White
1%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87%
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
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 Laboratory Charter School's ranking?
Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School is ranked #3388 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School often compared to?
Brooklyn Laboratory Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School?
573 students attend Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are White, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School?
Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School offer ?
Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School offers enrollment in grades 8-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School part of?
Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School is part of Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School located?
Brooklyn Laboratory Charter School is located in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 10 other public schools located in Downtown Brooklyn.
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