Excellent
#4 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 1% in state
Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School
High School · BROOKLYN EMERGING LEADERS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
125 STUYVESANT AVE-RM 213, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
9.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
9.5
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#4 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#1 of 570
public schools
Equity
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School
Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of BROOKLYN EMERGING LEADERS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL. Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #4 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School — Students at Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School score 85% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 4 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage 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: 8.6/10.
How Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School Compares
See how Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter 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
125 STUYVESANT AVE-RM 213, Brooklyn, NY 11221
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. EBC HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-BUSHWICK (rated 6.9/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF GLOBAL FINANCE (THE) (rated 6.5/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11221 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,122
Median Home Value
$1,061,400
Median Rent
$2,055/mo
Population
90,750
College Educated
42%
Homeownership
21.7%
Avg Commute
42.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.9%
Median Age
32.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School
What grades does Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School serve?
Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School?
Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School rank in NY?
Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School ranks #4 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 95% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
Is Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School a charter school?
Yes, Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School a Title I school?
No, Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter School?
81.7% of students at Brooklyn Emerging Leaders Academy Charter 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 218
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Phone
- (347) 491-8830
Resources & Links
District
BROOKLYN EMERGING LEADERS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL- District Enrollment
- 218
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,326
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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