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#760 of 992 private schools in NY

Brooklyn Free School

School

372 CLINTON AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11238

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

Kindergarten – 12th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#760 of 992

In Brooklyn

#120 of 173

public schools

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About Brooklyn Free School

Brooklyn Free School is a private school in Brooklyn, NY. Brooklyn Free School serves approximately 51 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Free School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #760 of 992 private schools in NY.

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This school 5.5 · Average
NY avg 6.2

What Parents Should Know

At 51 students, Brooklyn Free School is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, Brooklyn Free School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Brooklyn Free School is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.

Compare to Public Schools

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How Brooklyn Free School compares to 569 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

9.4:1

This School

12:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

510

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

5.5

This School

6.2

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 58.8% vs 0%

White 19.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 5.9% vs 0%

Asian 2% vs 0%

Brooklyn Free School Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Other Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Brooklyn Free School (this school)	—	51	9.4:1	5.5
PS 11 PURVIS J BEHAN	0.2 mi	852	18.9:1	8.1
MS 113 RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER	0.2 mi	188	7.5:1	3.8
COMPASS CHARTER SCHOOL	0.2 mi	317	11.3:1	3.3
PS 753 SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT	0.3 mi	362	3.9:1	3.4
PS 20 CLINTON HILL	0.3 mi	651	18.6:1	7.3
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL	0.3 mi	674	16:1	7.2
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL	0.4 mi	413	9.8:1	7.5
PS 270 JOHANN DEKALB	0.4 mi	122	10.2:1	2.5
URBAN ASSEMBLY UNISON SCHOOL (THE)	0.4 mi	179	8.1:1	6.4
PS 56 LEWIS H LATIMER	0.4 mi	245	14.4:1	4.1
BROOKLYN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL	0.5 mi	5,808	20.2:1	8.0
FORT GREEN PREPARATORY ACADEMY	0.5 mi	201	8.7:1	6.3
PS 46 EDWARD C BLUM	0.5 mi	222	9.7:1	2.6
BENJAMIN BANNEKER ACADEMY	0.6 mi	835	14.4:1	7.8
PS 9 SARAH SMITH GARNET SCHOOL (THE)	0.6 mi	771	17.5:1	7.3
KHALIL GIBRAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY	0.6 mi	112	6.6:1	8.0
BROOKLYN COMMUNITY ARTS AND MEDIA HIGH SCHOOL (BCAM)	0.6 mi	398	8.5:1	7.2
BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL FOR LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY SERVICE	0.6 mi	151	10.1:1	6.5
GOTHAM PROFESSIONAL ARTS ACADEMY	0.7 mi	243	10.6:1	6.9
MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL (THE)	0.7 mi	524	9:1	8.0

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Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.

Score Breakdown

Preliminary

What This Rating Measures

This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in NY.

Classroom Attention

B 6.0 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 9.4:1

Instructional Commitment

C 2.5 / 10

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School Day Length 6.5 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,040

Diversity & Inclusion

A 8.5 / 10

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Diversity Index 59%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

C 3.3 / 10

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Enrollment 51

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Score basis: Private school model

Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data

Components scored: 4 of 5

Ranking pool: Private schools in NY

Test Scores

Test score data not yet available for this school.

Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Black 58.8%

White 19.6%

Two or More 13.7%

Hispanic 5.9%

Asian 2.0%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

372 CLINTON AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11238

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooklyn Free School may also want to explore other schools in the area. PS 11 PURVIS J BEHAN (rated 8.1/10, 0.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, BENJAMIN BANNEKER ACADEMY (rated 7.8/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.5 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
PS 11 PURVIS J BEHAN Brooklyn	0.2 mi	852	8.1
MS 113 RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER Brooklyn	0.2 mi	188	3.8
COMPASS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.2 mi	317	3.3
PS 753 SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT Brooklyn	0.3 mi	362	3.4
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	674	7.2
PS 20 CLINTON HILL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	651	7.3
TRILOK SCHOOL AND TRILOK FUSION ARTS INC Brooklyn	0.5 mi	11	—
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.4 mi	413	7.5
PS 270 JOHANN DEKALB Brooklyn	0.4 mi	122	2.5
PS 56 LEWIS H LATIMER Brooklyn	0.4 mi	245	4.1
URBAN ASSEMBLY UNISON SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn	0.4 mi	179	6.4
PS 46 EDWARD C BLUM Brooklyn	0.5 mi	222	2.6
FORT GREEN PREPARATORY ACADEMY Brooklyn	0.5 mi	201	6.3
BENJAMIN BANNEKER ACADEMY Brooklyn	0.6 mi	835	7.8
BETHEL ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.5 mi	16	—
BROOKLYN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.5 mi	5,808	8.0
PS 9 SARAH SMITH GARNET SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn	0.6 mi	771	7.3
LURIA ACADEMY OF BROOKLYN Brooklyn	0.6 mi	237	7.1
BROOKLYN INDEPENDENT Brooklyn	0.5 mi	84	6.2
MUSE ACADEMY Brooklyn	0.5 mi	51	4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11238 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,957

Median Home Value

$1,146,000

Median Rent

$2,511/mo

Population

58,462

College Educated

71.2%

Homeownership

28.1%

Avg Commute

38.2 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

35.7

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooklyn Free School

What grades does Brooklyn Free School serve?

Brooklyn Free School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.

How many students attend Brooklyn Free School?

Brooklyn Free School has an enrollment of approximately 51 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Free School?

The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Free School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Brooklyn Free School rank in NY?

Brooklyn Free School ranks #760 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Brooklyn Free School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brooklyn Free School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Brooklyn Free School a private school?

Yes, Brooklyn Free School is a private coeducational school with a Nonsectarian affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.

Is Brooklyn Free School a religious school?

No, Brooklyn Free School is a nonsectarian (non-religious) private school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 97 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 96 Biker’s Paradise

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment: 51
Gender Split: 59% M / 41% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 9.4:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 6.5 hours
Days Per Year: 160 days
Setting: Large City
County: Kings County
Phone: (718) 499-2707

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