Brooklyn Preparatory High School is a 9-12th grade college-focused public high school in Brooklyn, New York. It has 500 students enrolled.
Serving 567 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Preparatory High School ranks in the top 30% 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 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 567 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brooklyn Preparatory High School's student population of 567 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Sep 4, 2025
School Rankings
Brooklyn Preparatory High 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 Preparatory High School is 0.57, 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
#1304 out of 4346 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
52%
30%
Black
40%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Preparatory High School's ranking?
Brooklyn Preparatory High School is ranked #1304 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Preparatory High School often compared to?
Brooklyn Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsburg Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Preparatory High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Preparatory High School?
567 students attend Brooklyn Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Brooklyn Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Preparatory High School?
Brooklyn Preparatory High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Preparatory High School offer ?
Brooklyn Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Preparatory High School part of?
Brooklyn Preparatory High School is part of New York City Geographic District #14 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Preparatory High School located?
Brooklyn Preparatory High School is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 17 other public schools located in Williamsburg.
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