School for Human Rights, The

ELA proficiency at 61.9% sits just above the district average of 60.5%, while math at 36.4% falls well below the district average of 57.3%. The overall quality score of 1.97/4 also trails the district average of 2.36. However, these numbers mask an extraordinary four-year turnaround: from 2016 to 2019, ELA jumped from 19.6% to 61.9% and math from 11.2% to 36.4%. Students are catching up quickly, particularly in reading, though math remains a work in progress. The school offers AP courses and a humanities focus, providing some college-prep rigor despite the modest overall score.

Daily attendance is strong at 95.5% (well above the 91% district average), but chronic absenteeism is a concerning 87.5%, meaning many students miss significant school time despite showing up most days. Parent satisfaction at 71.6% trails the district average of 91%, and teacher instruction quality scores at 69.8% versus an 89.1% district average — suggesting room for improvement in family engagement and teaching quality. On the positive side, there were zero suspensions last year, indicating a restorative approach to discipline. The day-to-day feel appears supportive but possibly challenged by resource constraints.

This is a predominantly Black school with 87% of students identifying as Black, 8% Hispanic, 3% white, and 1% each Asian and Native American. With a diversity index of only 29% and 79% economic need, the school serves a high-need population. The small enrollment of 232 students creates an intimate environment where 22% have IEPs. The demographics closely mirror the neighborhood's Black majority, reflecting the school's community-anchored mission around human rights.

The Prospect Lefferts Gardens-Wingate neighborhood offers excellent transit access (81st percentile) and strong education orientation (82nd percentile), making it practical for commuters. However, safety scores are low (19th percentile) and stability is minimal (8th percentile), suggesting a neighborhood in transition. With a median home value of $949,275 and only 22.5% homeownership, it's a largely renting community. The area has limited family density (9.8% of households with children), so families with kids may find community connections valuable.

Well-served by transit, making it accessible for families without cars; the neighborhood is walkable but parents should factor in safety considerations given the low safety percentile score