Serving 645 students in grades 6-12, Brooklyn Collaborative Studies ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the New York state average of 52%). 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 73% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 645 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 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
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Brooklyn Collaborative Studies's student population of 645 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 57 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
645 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
57 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn Collaborative Studies 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 Collaborative Studies is 0.71, 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
#1265 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥80%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
3%
10%
Hispanic
36%
30%
Black
30%
16%
White
27%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
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 Collaborative Studies's ranking?
Brooklyn Collaborative Studies is ranked #1265 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Collaborative Studies often compared to?
Brooklyn Collaborative Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Boerum Hill School For International Studies by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% 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 85-89%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Collaborative Studies?
645 students attend Brooklyn Collaborative Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Brooklyn Collaborative Studies students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 27% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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