Serving 333 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Brooklyn Brownstone School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 80% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 333 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 80%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brooklyn Brownstone School's student population of 333 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
333 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn Brownstone School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Brownstone School is 0.63, 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
#1142 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
56%
16%
White
20%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Brownstone School's ranking?
Brooklyn Brownstone School is ranked #1142 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Brownstone School often compared to?
Brooklyn Brownstone Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Battery Park City School, 47 American Sign Language And English Lower School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn Brownstone School?
333 students attend Brooklyn Brownstone School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Brooklyn Brownstone School students are Black, 20% of students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 2% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Brownstone School?
Brooklyn Brownstone School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Brownstone School offer ?
Brooklyn Brownstone School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Brownstone School part of?
Brooklyn Brownstone School is part of New York City Geographic District #16 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Brownstone School located?
Brooklyn Brownstone School is located in the Stuyvesant Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other public schools located in Stuyvesant Heights.
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