Below Average
#3835 of 4,742 schools in NY
EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
250 HOOPER ST, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
176
Student-Teacher
9.3:1
Score
4.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,835 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#466 of 570
public schools
In district
#32 of 38
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14
Equity
8.0 / 10
Excellent
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About EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice
EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14. EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice serves approximately 176 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.3:1 student-teacher ratio. EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #3,835 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice show 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2016) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 176 students, EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 9.3:1 students to teachers, EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
69% of students at EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice 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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EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice — Students at EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 39%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 16 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: 1.2/10.
How EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice Compares
See how EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice 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
250 HOOPER ST, Brooklyn, NY 11211
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice may also want to explore other high schools in the area. BROOKLYN ARBOR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is JHS 50 JOHN D WELLS (rated 7.5/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, IS 318 EUGENIO MARIA DE HOSTOS (rated 7.1/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. 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 11211 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$105,183
Median Home Value
$1,118,600
Median Rent
$2,357/mo
Population
65,691
College Educated
54.8%
Homeownership
16.4%
Avg Commute
31.8 min
Poverty Rate
21.2%
Median Age
31.4
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice
What grades does EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice serve?
EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice?
EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice has an enrollment of approximately 176 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice?
The student-teacher ratio at EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice is 9.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice rank in NY?
EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice ranks #3,835 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice's MySchoolScout rating?
EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice?
Based on loaded state assessment records, EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice has 58% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2016) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice a charter school?
No, EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice a Title I school?
No, EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice?
86.4% of students at EL Puente Academy for Peace and Justice 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
- 176
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 19
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 69.3%
- Phone
- (718) 387-1125
- 4-Year Graduation
- 64.5%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #14- District Enrollment
- 15,196
- Schools in District
- 38
- District Rank
- #32 of 38
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