BROOKLYN INSTITUTE FOR LIBERAL ARTS

BROOKLYN INSTITUTE FOR LIBERAL ARTS 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 375 students offering grade levels from 9th 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 26 teachers, BROOKLYN INSTITUTE FOR LIBERAL ARTS has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

The BROOKLYN INSTITUTE FOR LIBERAL ARTS (BILA) is a public secondary school located in the East Flatbush neighborhood of Brooklyn, New York. As a school committed to a liberal arts education, BILA focuses on fostering critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and analytical skills across a broad range of disciplines. The institution emphasizes the development of the "whole student," balancing rigorous academic instruction with a supportive school culture that encourages students to engage deeply with humanities, social sciences, and the arts.

The school is known for its collaborative and personalized learning environment, often utilizing project-based learning and seminar-style discussions to prepare students for college and career success. By maintaining a smaller school setting, BILA aims to build strong relationships between students and faculty, ensuring that every learner receives individualized attention. Through its curriculum and extracurricular programs, the school strives to cultivate socially conscious citizens who are capable of navigating and contributing to a diverse global society.

For more information, contact BROOKLYN INSTITUTE FOR LIBERAL ARTS at (718) 221-1097 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.