Khalil Gibran International Academy is a public school in Boerum Hill, Brooklyn, New York City, New York that opened in September 2007 with about 60 sixth grade students.
Serving 106 students in grades 9-12, Khalil Gibran International Academy ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-79% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 106 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 80-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Khalil Gibran International Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Khalil Gibran International Academy's student population of 106 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
106 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
2007
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Khalil Gibran International Academy is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)30-39%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
20%
10%
Hispanic
19%
31%
Black
29%
15%
White
26%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
94%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New York City Geographic District #15
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 60-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Khalil Gibran International Academy?
The graduation rate of Khalil Gibran International Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Khalil Gibran International Academy?
106 students attend Khalil Gibran International Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Khalil Gibran International Academy students are Black, 26% of students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Khalil Gibran International Academy?
Khalil Gibran International Academy has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Khalil Gibran International Academy offer ?
Khalil Gibran International Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Khalil Gibran International Academy part of?
Khalil Gibran International Academy is part of New York City Geographic District #15.
In what neighborhood is Khalil Gibran International Academy located?
Khalil Gibran International Academy is located in the Boerum Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Boerum Hill.
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