Serving 1,554 students in grades 6-8, Madeleine Brennan School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,554 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 87% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Madeleine Brennan School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Madeleine Brennan School's student population of 1,554 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,554 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Madeleine Brennan School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madeleine Brennan School is 0.58, 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
#583 out of 4377 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
59%
10%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
1%
16%
White
20%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Madeleine Brennan School's ranking?
Madeleine Brennan School is ranked #583 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Madeleine Brennan School often compared to?
Madeleine Brennan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187, P.S. 229 Dyker, Junior High School 259 William Mckinley by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Madeleine Brennan School?
1,554 students attend Madeleine Brennan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Madeleine Brennan School students are Asian, 20% of students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Madeleine Brennan School?
Madeleine Brennan School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Madeleine Brennan School offer ?
Madeleine Brennan School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Madeleine Brennan School part of?
Madeleine Brennan School is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is Madeleine Brennan School located?
Madeleine Brennan School is located in the Dyker Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Dyker Heights.
School Reviews
5 7/1/2019
School is good . Excellent principal who cares about the students. Teachers haven't been so great.
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