Serving 671 students in grades 6-12, Brooklyn Collaborative Studies ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 671 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥80% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Collaborative Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brooklyn Collaborative Studies's student population of 671 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
671 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brooklyn Collaborative Studies ranks within the top 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Collaborative Studies is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#1455 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
33%
29%
Black
26%
16%
White
28%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Collaborative Studies's ranking?
Brooklyn Collaborative Studies is ranked #1455 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn Collaborative Studies?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Collaborative Studies is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Collaborative Studies?
671 students attend Brooklyn Collaborative Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
33% of Brooklyn Collaborative Studies students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 26% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Collaborative Studies?
Brooklyn Collaborative Studies has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Collaborative Studies offer ?
Brooklyn Collaborative Studies offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooklyn Collaborative Studies part of?
Brooklyn Collaborative Studies is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Collaborative Studies located?
Brooklyn Collaborative Studies is located in the Carroll Gardens neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 7 other public schools located in Carroll Gardens.
School Reviews
2 10/27/2022
it's hard to feel too at home at first but when you get a bit more understanding of the school it starts to feel like a safe place and everyone knows everyone in the grades.
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