The Leon M. Goldstein High School for the Sciences at Kingsborough Community College, CUNY, formerly Kingsborough High School for the Sciences at Kingsborough Community College, CUNY from 1993 to 1999 is a four-year high school, located in Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn, New York.
Serving 998 students in grades 9-12, Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is equal to the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 998 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥99% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
School Overview
Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences's student population of 998 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
998 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Year Founded
1993
Colors
White, Purple
School Rankings
Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences is 0.73, which is more 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
#239 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥99%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
23%
10%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
21%
16%
White
40%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphin
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences's ranking?
Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences is ranked #239 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences often compared to?
Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciencesis often viewed alongside schools like Midwood High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences?
The graduation rate of Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences is 96%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences?
998 students attend Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Black, 13% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences?
Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences offer ?
Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences part of?
Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences is part of New York City Geographic District #22 School District.
In what neighborhood is Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences located?
Leon M Goldstein High School For The Sciences is located in the Manhattan Beach neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 1 other public schools located in Manhattan Beach.
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