Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2, Brooklyn NY

Original Research by School Decision on Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2

Hebrew Language Academy Charter School 2 is a PreK-5 charter school in the Coney Island neighborhood of Brooklyn, with a clear and focused mission: immersive instruction in Modern Hebrew paired with academic rigor in English-language subjects. The school enrolls a moderate-sized population across its grade bands, with substantial diversity in student background and a high proportion of students from families with limited income.

The school's academic results show modest proficiency across tested subjects. In math, proficiency rises from about half the school's third graders to two-thirds by fifth grade, with average performance stable across the grades tested. In English language arts, results cluster around half to just over half the school's students meeting proficiency, with fifth grade performing slightly better than fourth. Science proficiency in fifth grade stands notably lower than other subjects. When compared to the county's districts, the school's overall proficiency index positions it above the midpoint, a meaningful indicator given the economic profile of the students served and the dual-language instructional model.

The student body is economically disadvantaged, with a substantial share of students qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch. The school serves a diverse neighborhood population: the largest share of students are white, followed by Hispanic, Black, and smaller numbers of Asian and multiracial students. State testing data for students with disabilities and English learners was not available, so a parent may want to ask the school directly about how it serves these populations and what supports are in place.

The school's move into a new permanent facility in late 2024 marks a major transition. Families considering the school should know that the building is now stable and newly constructed, which matters for day-to-day operations and the school's long-term footing. The school is also expanding toward a PreK-8 configuration, with middle school launch underway for the 2026 school year. This allows children to continue at the same school through eighth grade rather than transferring after elementary.

The surrounding neighborhood of Coney Island and Stillwell Avenue sits in an active Brooklyn residential area with subway access. Housing values in the zip code are above the state benchmark, and rents have grown year-over-year, reflecting broader borough growth. The wider Brooklyn context is dense and walkable, with parks, libraries, and extensive transit that serve families well outside school hours.

A parent considering this school should ask about the dual-language curriculum's pacing and depth, how the school assesses whether students are making progress in both Hebrew and English, and what happens if a family wants to exit the program. The science proficiency gap relative to math and ELA may warrant a conversation about science instruction and support. For a family drawn to the Hebrew language mission and comfortable with the school's economic and demographic composition, this school offers a coherent, intentional pathway through elementary and soon middle grades.

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Academic performance

How students perform on state tests, by grade, set against the district.

Math

Grade 354%

School 54% · district not reported

▼ 5 pts below state median · ▼ 17 pts below county median

Grade 457%

School 57% · district not reported

▼ 2 pts below state median · ▼ 10 pts below county median

Grade 567%

School 67% · district not reported

▲ 15 pts above state median · ▲ 9 pts above county median

English language arts

Grade 362%

School 62% · district not reported

▲ 10 pts above state median · ▼ 2 pts below county median

Grade 453%

School 53% · district not reported

even with state median · ▼ 9 pts below county median

Grade 559%

School 59% · district not reported

▲ 4 pts above state median · ▼ 3 pts below county median

Science

Grade 537%

School 37% · district not reported

▼ 4 pts below state median · ▼ 3 pts below county median

This schoolDistrict average, same grade

Graduation rate (ACGR) reflects the federally published Adjusted Cohort Graduation Rate for the most recent year available. We refresh this data annually at the close of each academic year in June. The federal source publishes a banded rate (for example, "90-94%") instead of an exact number for cohorts small enough to risk identifying individual students. The state distribution chart, where shown, plots every school in the state with a published rate or band; schools whose rate is federally suppressed are excluded. Where the federal source publishes a band rather than an exact rate, the school is placed within its band using a stable, ID-derived offset, so its position is consistent across visits.

Proficiency by household income

English language arts

Grade 3Lower-income57%Higher-income88%30 pp gap

Grade 4Lower-income46%Higher-income77%31 pp gap

Grade 5Lower-income56%Higher-income70%14 pp gap

Mathematics

Grade 3Lower-income48%Higher-income88%40 pp gap

Grade 4Lower-income53%Higher-income69%16 pp gap

Grade 5Lower-income61%Higher-income90%29 pp gap