The Bushwick School for Social Justice is a small public high school in the neighborhood of Bushwick, Brooklyn, New York City, one of four schools currently occupying the Bushwick Campus. Enrollment is approximately 425 students.
Serving 275 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn School For Social Justice ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 275 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn School For Social Justice ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooklyn School For Social Justice's student population of 275 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
275 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn School For Social Justice ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn School For Social Justice is 0.31, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2222 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
82%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
89%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn School For Social Justice's ranking?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice is ranked #2222 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn School For Social Justice?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn School For Social Justice is 80-84%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn School For Social Justice?
275 students attend Brooklyn School For Social Justice.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Brooklyn School For Social Justice students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn School For Social Justice?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn School For Social Justice offer ?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn School For Social Justice part of?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice is part of New York City Geographic District #32 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn School For Social Justice located?
Brooklyn School For Social Justice is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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