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Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32
976 SENECA AVE, Glendale, NY 11385
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher
9.1:1
Score
6.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#2,392 of 4,742
In Glendale
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#9 of 27
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32
Equity
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence
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About Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence
Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence is a public high school in Glendale, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32. Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #2,392 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 6.2 · Average
- District avg 6.6
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.1:1 students to teachers, Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
85% of students at Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence 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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Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence — Students at Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence score 57% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 37%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
93.3%
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: 8.5/10.
How Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence Compares
See how Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence 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
976 SENECA AVE, Glendale, NY 11385
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING (THE) (rated 7.8/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. Another option is ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR MATH AND RESEARCH (THE) (rated 7.1/10, 0.5 miles away, in nearby Brooklyn), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Glendale, see our Glendale schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| JOSEPH F QUINN INTERMEDIATE SCHOOL 77 Ridgewood | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| PS 239 Ridgewood | 0.1 mi | 4.9 |
| ROBERT E PEARY SCHOOL Ridgewood | 0.2 mi | 4.2 |
| ST MATTHIAS CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ridgewood | 0.2 mi | 6.4 |
| PS 68 CAMBRIDGE Ridgewood | 0.3 mi | 4.9 |
| IS 93 RIDGEWOOD Ridgewood | 0.5 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 88 SENECA Ridgewood | 0.4 mi | 4.7 |
| PS 151 LYNDON B JOHNSON Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 5.6 |
| BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.1 |
| ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.8 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 4.9 |
| ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.6 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR MATH AND RESEARCH (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.1 |
| PS/IS 384 FRANCES E CARTER Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 3.9 |
| ST BRIGID SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 5.8 |
| PS 81 JEAN PAUL RICHTER Glendale | 0.6 mi | 5.0 |
| ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.8 |
| PS 106 EDWARD EVERETT HALE Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| NOTRE DAME CATHOLIC ACADEMY Ridgewood | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| PS 71 FOREST Ridgewood | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11385 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$87,365
Median Home Value
$842,800
Median Rent
$1,959/mo
Population
103,865
College Educated
34.1%
Homeownership
30.3%
Avg Commute
43.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.5%
Median Age
36.1
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| BISHOP GRIMES JR-SR HIGH SCHOOL East Syracuse, NY | 6.2 |
| BNOS BAIS YAAKOV / TICHON MEIR MOSHE Far Rockaway, NY | 6.2 |
| BYRON-BERGEN JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Bergen, NY | 6.2 |
| EDWARDS-KNOX JUNIOR-SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Hermon, NY | 6.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence
What grades does Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence serve?
Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence?
Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence?
The student-teacher ratio at Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence is 9.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence rank in NY?
Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence ranks #2,392 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence's MySchoolScout rating?
Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence a charter school?
No, Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence a Title I school?
No, Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence?
93.3% of students at Bushwick Leaders High School for Academic Excellence 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
- 344
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 38
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 93.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Queens County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 84.9%
- Phone
- (718) 919-4212
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32- District Enrollment
- 9,633
- Schools in District
- 27
- District Rank
- #9 of 27
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