Excellent
#450 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 10% in state
Leaders High School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
2630 BENSON AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
373
Student-Teacher
11.7:1
Score
8.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#450 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#41 of 570
public schools
In district
#3 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
Equity
9.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Leaders High School
Leaders High School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. Leaders High School serves approximately 373 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Leaders High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #450 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Leaders High School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
48% of students at Leaders 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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Leaders High School — Students at Leaders High School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
82.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 22 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: 9.2/10.
How Leaders High School Compares
See how Leaders 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
2630 BENSON AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Leaders High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. LIFE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL FOR FILM AND MUSIC (rated 7.9/10), with a comparable rating. Another option is INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAFAYETTE (rated 7.3/10, 0.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, HIGH SCHOOL OF SPORTS MANAGEMENT (rated 7.1/10), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,286
Median Home Value
$1,007,400
Median Rent
$1,710/mo
Population
88,994
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
33.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
41.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Leaders High School
What grades does Leaders High School serve?
Leaders High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Leaders High School?
Leaders High School has an enrollment of approximately 373 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Leaders High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Leaders High School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Leaders High School rank in NY?
Leaders High School ranks #450 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Leaders High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Leaders High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Leaders High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Leaders High School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 86% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).
Is Leaders High School a charter school?
No, Leaders High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Leaders High School a Title I school?
No, Leaders High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Leaders High School?
82.3% of students at Leaders 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 373
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 82.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 47.7%
- Phone
- (718) 333-7700
- 4-Year Graduation
- 87.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21- District Enrollment
- 34,525
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #3 of 40
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