Serving 333 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn School For Math And Research ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower 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 96% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn School For Math And Research ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brooklyn School For Math And Research's student population of 333 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brooklyn School For Math And Research 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 School For Math And Research is 0.65, which is less 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
#1902 out of 4377 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
7%
10%
Hispanic
46%
29%
Black
37%
16%
White
4%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn School For Math And Research's ranking?
Brooklyn School For Math And Research is ranked #1902 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn School For Math And Research often compared to?
Brooklyn School For Math And Researchis often viewed alongside schools like Frederick Douglass Academy Vii High School, Brooklyn Lab School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn School For Math And Research?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn School For Math And Research is 90%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn School For Math And Research?
333 students attend Brooklyn School For Math And Research.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Brooklyn School For Math And Research students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn School For Math And Research?
Brooklyn School For Math And Research has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn School For Math And Research offer ?
Brooklyn School For Math And Research offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brooklyn School For Math And Research part of?
Brooklyn School For Math And Research is part of New York City Geographic District #32 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn School For Math And Research located?
Brooklyn School For Math And Research is located in the Bushwick neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 35 other public schools located in Bushwick.
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