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#1753 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 37% in state
Gotham Professional Arts Academy
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
561 GRAND AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
243
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.9
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,753 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#210 of 570
public schools
In district
#20 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
Academic growth
8.6 / 10
Excellent
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About Gotham Professional Arts Academy
Gotham Professional Arts Academy is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13. Gotham Professional Arts Academy serves approximately 243 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Gotham Professional Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #1,753 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Gotham Professional Arts Academy show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
- This school 6.9 · Average
- District avg 7.7
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
73% of students at Gotham Professional Arts Academy 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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Gotham Professional Arts Academy — Students at Gotham Professional Arts Academy score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.9%
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 Gotham Professional Arts Academy Compares
See how Gotham Professional Arts Academy 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
561 GRAND AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11238
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Gotham Professional Arts Academy may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HIGH SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP (THE) (rated 8.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR MUSIC & THEATER (rated 7.3/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND THE ENVIRONMENT (rated 7.1/10, 0.6 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$132,957
Median Home Value
$1,146,000
Median Rent
$2,511/mo
Population
58,462
College Educated
71.2%
Homeownership
28.1%
Avg Commute
38.2 min
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Median Age
35.7
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Gotham Professional Arts Academy
What grades does Gotham Professional Arts Academy serve?
Gotham Professional Arts Academy serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Gotham Professional Arts Academy?
Gotham Professional Arts Academy has an enrollment of approximately 243 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Gotham Professional Arts Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Gotham Professional Arts Academy is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Gotham Professional Arts Academy rank in NY?
Gotham Professional Arts Academy ranks #1,753 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Gotham Professional Arts Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Gotham Professional Arts Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Gotham Professional Arts Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Gotham Professional Arts Academy has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021) and 50% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2020-2021).
Is Gotham Professional Arts Academy a charter school?
No, Gotham Professional Arts Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Gotham Professional Arts Academy a Title I school?
No, Gotham Professional Arts Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Gotham Professional Arts Academy?
81.9% of students at Gotham Professional Arts Academy 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
- 243
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 23
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.9%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 72.8%
- Phone
- (718) 230-7270
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13- District Enrollment
- 19,232
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #20 of 40
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