Very Good
#769 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 16% in state
Brooklyn Brownstone School
Elementary School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
272 MACDONOUGH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher
15.9:1
Score
7.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#769 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#81 of 570
public schools
In district
#1 of 23
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Brooklyn Brownstone School
Brooklyn Brownstone School is a public elementary school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16. Brooklyn Brownstone School serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 15.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Brownstone School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #769 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Brownstone School show 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 5.1
- NY avg 5.9
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Brooklyn Brownstone School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Brooklyn Brownstone School — Students at Brooklyn Brownstone School score 49% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Brooklyn Brownstone School Compares
See how Brooklyn Brownstone School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
272 MACDONOUGH ST, Brooklyn, NY 11233
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooklyn Brownstone School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL - CSD 13.2 (rated 9.3/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is THE CO-OP SCHOOL (rated 7.6/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, LA CIMA CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 7.2/10, 0.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.5 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11233 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$62,034
Median Home Value
$1,013,000
Median Rent
$1,613/mo
Population
82,711
College Educated
32.5%
Homeownership
23.1%
Avg Commute
40.8 min
Poverty Rate
23.6%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooklyn Brownstone School
What grades does Brooklyn Brownstone School serve?
Brooklyn Brownstone School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Brooklyn Brownstone School?
Brooklyn Brownstone School has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Brownstone School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Brownstone School is 15.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brooklyn Brownstone School rank in NY?
Brooklyn Brownstone School ranks #769 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brooklyn Brownstone School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooklyn Brownstone School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Brooklyn Brownstone School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Brownstone School has 45% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2010-2022).
Is Brooklyn Brownstone School a charter school?
No, Brooklyn Brownstone School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brooklyn Brownstone School a Title I school?
No, Brooklyn Brownstone School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Brownstone School?
73.0% of students at Brooklyn Brownstone School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 333
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 15.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.2%
- Phone
- (718) 573-2307
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #16- District Enrollment
- 5,827
- Schools in District
- 23
- District Rank
- #1 of 23
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