Life Academy High School for Film and Music: admissions and school facts
Life Academy High School for Film and Music (DBN 21K559) is a New York City public high school in Gravesend, Brooklyn with one admissions program. Admission: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.). Its average SAT is 784 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 75% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 1
- Average SAT
- 784
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 75%
- College and career rate
- 50%
- Students
- 154
- Applicants per seat
- 0
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How to get in
Seats and applicants are from the DOE directory for the Fall 2025 admissions round. Rules can change: confirm them on MySchools.
Educational Option (Ed. Opt.)L38A
Focus: Visual Art & Design
Educational Option: the school takes students of mixed levels. About 16% of seats go to high-scoring students, 68% to mid-range and 16% to lower-scoring; a random number decides within each category.
66 seats · 13 applicants · under 1 per seat
About the school
At LIFE Academy High School for Film and Music, we infuse the study of film, filmmaking, video/audio production, and new media into student-centered, project-based courses. We focus on building communication skills through writing, presentation, and creativity. We seek students who want to learn in an exciting atmosphere of excellence and creative collaboration. We offer customized instructional support and challenging academic program in a supportive learning environment.
Courses and languages
Languages: Spanish
AP courses (4): English Language and Composition, English Literature and Composition, United States History, World History: Modern
Sports and clubs
Girls: Badminton, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Flag Football, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Softball, Table Tennis, Volleyball
Boys: Baseball, Basketball, Bowling, Cross Country, Football, Handball, Indoor Track, Outdoor Track, Soccer, Table Tennis, Tennis, Volleyball, Wrestling
Co-ed: Cricket, Stunt
Clubs: Double Dutch, My Sister's Keepers, My Brother's Keepers, National Honors Society, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Gaming Club, Beautification Committee, Theater Club, After-School Tutoring, Film, Piano Class, Student Government, iLearn, AP for All, College Now
Students
- Girls
- 47%
- English language learners
- 42%
- Students with disabilities
- 16%
- Economic need index
- 89%
- Asian
- 10%
- Black
- 9%
- Hispanic
- 42%
- White
- 37%
- Multi-racial
- 1%
- Native American
- 1%
What the school community says
Share of positive answers in the 2026 NYC School Survey. This is a DOE survey, not a rating from us.
- Students feel safe
- 90%
- Rigorous instruction
- 66%
- Supportive environment
- 66%
- Family and community ties
- 88%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 2630 Benson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11214
- Neighborhood
- Gravesend
- Subway
- D to Bay 50th St; N to 86th St
- Bus
- B1, B3, B4, B6, B64, B82, B82-SBS, X28, X38
- School hours
- 8:15 AM – 2:31 PM
- Building access
- Partially Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into Life Academy High School for Film and Music?
Life Academy High School for Film and Music admits students through: Educational Option (Ed. Opt.). Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is Life Academy High School for Film and Music?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had 0 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at Life Academy High School for Film and Music?
The average SAT was 784 in 2024-25, compared with a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools (DOE data, students who took the test).
What is the graduation rate at Life Academy High School for Film and Music?
75% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 50% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is Life Academy High School for Film and Music and how do you get there?
The school is at 2630 Benson Avenue, Brooklyn. Subway: D to Bay 50th St; N to 86th St. Bus: B1, B3, B4, B6, B64, B82, B82-SBS, X28, X38.
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Sources: NYC DOE Fall 2025 admissions directory, DOE InfoHub demographics 2025-26, SAT 2024-25, NYC School Survey. School Match is not affiliated with NYC Public Schools. How we calculate chances, and how accurate they are