HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL
Charter School
610 Students
Elementary School Pre-K - 8th
School Overview
The Hebrew Language Academy Charter School (HLA), located in the Marine Park neighborhood of Brooklyn, is a tuition-free public charter school serving students in grades K–8. Founded on the principles of academic excellence and global citizenship, the school is perhaps best known for its unique dual-language immersion model. Students at HLA participate in a curriculum that integrates Modern Hebrew language instruction into their daily studies, fostering not only linguistic proficiency but also a broader appreciation for diverse cultures and international perspectives.
Beyond its language program, HLA emphasizes a rigorous academic environment that focuses on critical thinking, character development, and community engagement. The school operates as a diverse, inclusive community, drawing students from various backgrounds across Brooklyn. By combining core academic subjects with innovative instructional methods and a commitment to "Global Citizenship," the Hebrew Language Academy aims to prepare its students to succeed in high school and beyond while developing the empathy and communication skills necessary to navigate an increasingly interconnected world.
Beyond its language program, HLA emphasizes a rigorous academic environment that focuses on critical thinking, character development, and community engagement. The school operates as a diverse, inclusive community, drawing students from various backgrounds across Brooklyn. By combining core academic subjects with innovative instructional methods and a commitment to "Global Citizenship," the Hebrew Language Academy aims to prepare its students to succeed in high school and beyond while developing the empathy and communication skills necessary to navigate an increasingly interconnected world.
610
Total Students
38.0
Full-Time Teachers
16.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
97.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 129 |
| Hispanic | 43 |
| Black | 414 |
| Asian | 11 |
| Two or More | 8 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 3 |
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Black414 (67.9 %)
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White129 (21.1 %)
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Hispanic43 (7.0 %)
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Asian11 (1.8 %)
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Two or More8 (1.3 %)
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Pacific Islander3 (0.5 %)
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American Indian2 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | No virtual instruction |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL |
| Phone: | (718)377-7200 |
| Website: | http://www.hlacharterschool.org |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 8th |
| Total Students: | 610 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 38.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 16.1 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 570 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 26 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
56
Grade 1
44
Grade 2
70
Grade 3
67
Grade 4
67
Grade 5
64
Grade 6
86
Grade 7
74
Grade 8
82
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 56 |
| Grade 1 | 44 |
| Grade 2 | 70 |
| Grade 3 | 67 |
| Grade 4 | 67 |
| Grade 5 | 64 |
| Grade 6 | 86 |
| Grade 7 | 74 |
| Grade 8 | 82 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 304 | 49.8% |
| Male | 306 | 50.2% |
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