Serving 214 students in grades 6-8, Brooklyn Green School ranks in the bottom 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 30-34% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Green School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooklyn Green School's student population of 214 students has grown by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 66% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
214 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn Green School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Green School is 0.47, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2832 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
71%
15%
White
7%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Green School's ranking?
Brooklyn Green School is ranked #2832 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn Green School?
214 students attend Brooklyn Green School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Brooklyn Green School students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Green School?
Brooklyn Green School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Green School offer ?
Brooklyn Green School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Green School part of?
Brooklyn Green School is part of New York City Geographic District #16.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Green School located?
Brooklyn Green School is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
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