Brooklyn Democracy Academy vs Harlem Renaissance High School
A head-to-head comparison of two high schools in New York, United States, 17 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brooklyn Democracy Academy
Brooklyn · Public high · Grades 9–12
166 students
Harlem Renaissance High School
New York · Public high · Grades 9–12
165 students
| Measure | Brooklyn Democracy Academy Brooklyn, New York | Harlem Renaissance High School New York, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 50 Top 50% | 50 Top 50% |
| State rank | #986 of 1,079 | #983 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #8395 of 16,910 | #8309 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | High | High |
| Year range | Grades 9–12 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 166 | 165 |
| Enrollment | 166 | 165 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 94.6% | 89.1% |
| Students per teacher | 8.7 | 10.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 54.5% | 54.5% |
| Math proficiency | 54.5% | 54.5% |
| city | Brooklyn | New York |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (49.9 vs 50.3).
- •Harlem Renaissance High School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (89.1% vs 94.6%).
- •Brooklyn Democracy Academy does better on students per teacher (8.7 vs 10.3).
- •Brooklyn Democracy Academy is the larger school with 166 students compared with 165.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Brooklyn Democracy Academy better than Harlem Renaissance High School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Brooklyn Democracy Academy and Harlem Renaissance High School?
About 17 km in a straight line, between Brooklyn and New York in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brooklyn Democracy Academy: 166. Harlem Renaissance High School: 165. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brooklyn Democracy Academy and Harlem Renaissance High School rank in New York?
Brooklyn Democracy Academy is 986th of 1,079 and Harlem Renaissance High School is 983rd of 1,079 among high schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).