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#2481 of 4,742 schools in NY
Boys and Girls High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
1700 FULTON ST, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
375
Student-Teacher
8.5:1
Score
6.1
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,481 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#313 of 570
public schools
In district
#11 of 23
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
Academic growth
9.4 / 10
Excellent
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About Boys and Girls High School
Boys and Girls High School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16. Boys and Girls High School serves approximately 375 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Boys and Girls High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #2,481 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Boys and Girls High School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 8.5:1 students to teachers, Boys and Girls High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
64% of students at Boys and Girls High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Boys and Girls High School — Students at Boys and Girls High School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
94.9%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.
How Boys and Girls High School Compares
See how Boys and Girls High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1700 FULTON ST, Brooklyn, NY 11213
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Boys and Girls High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ACADEMY FOR HEALTH CAREERS (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is NELSON MANDELA HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.4/10), which scores notably higher. Additionally, PATHWAYS IN TECHNOLOGY EARLY COLLEGE HIGH SCHOOL (P-TECH) (rated 7.4/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11213 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,040
Median Home Value
$1,184,400
Median Rent
$1,607/mo
Population
69,630
College Educated
34%
Homeownership
15.5%
Avg Commute
43.4 min
Poverty Rate
22.3%
Median Age
34.5
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|---|---|
| ACADEMY OF MOUNT ST URSULA Bronx, NY | 6.1 |
| BURGARD HIGH SCHOOL Buffalo, NY | 6.1 |
| COLLEGE ACADEMY (THE) New York, NY | 6.1 |
| COOPERSTOWN JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Cooperstown, NY | 6.1 |
| INDEPENDENCE HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 6.1 |
| LONG ISLAND LUTHERAN MIDDLE & HIGH SCHOOL Glen Head, NY | 6.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Boys and Girls High School
What grades does Boys and Girls High School serve?
Boys and Girls High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Boys and Girls High School?
Boys and Girls High School has an enrollment of approximately 375 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Boys and Girls High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Boys and Girls High School is 8.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Boys and Girls High School rank in NY?
Boys and Girls High School ranks #2,481 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Boys and Girls High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Boys and Girls High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Boys and Girls High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Boys and Girls High School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Boys and Girls High School a charter school?
No, Boys and Girls High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Boys and Girls High School a Title I school?
No, Boys and Girls High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Boys and Girls High School?
94.9% of students at Boys and Girls High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 375
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 94.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 64.0%
- Phone
- (718) 467-1700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 67.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16- District Enrollment
- 5,827
- Schools in District
- 23
- District Rank
- #11 of 23
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