BROWNSVILLE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL

BROWNSVILLE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL is a Title I public high school that is part of the NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17 school district, located in BROOKLYN, NY with about 101 students offering grade levels from 10th Grade to 12th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 8 teachers, BROWNSVILLE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

BROWNSVILLE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL, located at 1150 East New York Avenue in Brooklyn, is a New York City transfer high school dedicated to supporting students who have experienced interruptions in their education or are seeking an alternative path to graduation. As part of the NYC Department of Education, the school serves a population of students who may be over-age or under-credited, offering a smaller, more personalized learning environment compared to traditional large-scale high schools. The program is designed to re-engage students by providing a flexible academic structure, individualized instruction, and a strong focus on social-emotional support.

Beyond the classroom, Brownsville Academy emphasizes holistic student development by fostering a close-knit community atmosphere. The school staff works to bridge the gap between high school and post-secondary goals, whether those goals include college, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. By offering accelerated credit recovery options and intensive guidance counseling, the school strives to empower its students to overcome past academic hurdles and earn their high school diplomas in a supportive, culturally responsive setting.

For more information, contact BROWNSVILLE ACADEMY HIGH SCHOOL at (718) 778-7305 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.