Serving 492 students in grades 9-12, East Williamsburg Scholars Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 492 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 70-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy's student population of 492 students has grown by 63% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 75% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
492 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Williamsburg Scholars Academy is 0.42, 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
#2345 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
1%
10%
Hispanic
75%
30%
Black
13%
16%
White
3%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
7%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
70-79%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Williamsburg Scholars Academy's ranking?
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy is ranked #2345 out of 4,377 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?
60-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Williamsburg Scholars Academy?
The graduation rate of East Williamsburg Scholars Academy is 70-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend East Williamsburg Scholars Academy?
492 students attend East Williamsburg Scholars Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of East Williamsburg Scholars Academy students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Williamsburg Scholars Academy?
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does East Williamsburg Scholars Academy offer ?
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Williamsburg Scholars Academy part of?
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #14 School District.
In what neighborhood is East Williamsburg Scholars Academy located?
East Williamsburg Scholars Academy is located in the East Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 4 other public schools located in East Williamsburg.
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