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Academy for Young Writers

Brooklyn, New York · Grades 6 to 12 · New York City Geographic District #19

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About Academy for Young Writers

Academy for Young Writers serves grades 6 through 12 as a public school in Brooklyn, New York. It reported 398 students in 2024-25. That is about average in size for public and charter high schools in Brooklyn. There are about 9.1 students for every full-time-equivalent teacher (43.9 teachers in all). Federal locale data places it in a large city, in Kings County. It is one of 51 schools in New York City Geographic District #19. There are 498 other schools within 5 miles.

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School facts

Address	1065 Elton St, Brooklyn, NY 11208
Phone	(718) 688-7230
School district	New York City Geographic District #19
Grades	6 to 12
Students (2024-25)	398
Teachers (full-time equivalent, 2024-25)	43.9
Students per teacher	9.1
Charter school	No
School type	Regular
Level	High
Locale (NCES)	City, large, Kings County

Source: NCES Common Core of Data (CCD), 2024-25 public school directory and membership files (NCES school ID 360012005884). Details may have changed since the survey. Schools can update them by claiming this profile.

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Frequently asked questions

What grades does Academy for Young Writers serve?

Academy for Young Writers serves grades 6 through 12.

How many students attend Academy for Young Writers?

Academy for Young Writers reported 398 students in 2024-25, according to the NCES Common Core of Data.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Academy for Young Writers?

About 9.1 students per full-time-equivalent teacher, based on 398 students and 43.9 teachers in federal data.

Is Academy for Young Writers a public or charter school?

Academy for Young Writers is a traditional public (non-charter) school.

What school district is Academy for Young Writers in?

Academy for Young Writers is part of New York City Geographic District #19. See all schools in this district at https://parentschoolreview.com/districts/ny/new-york-city-geographic-district-19/

Where is Academy for Young Writers located?

Academy for Young Writers is at 1065 Elton St, Brooklyn, NY 11208. The phone number is (718) 688-7230.

How many other schools are near Academy for Young Writers?

There are 498 other schools within 5 miles of Academy for Young Writers in our directory.