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#536 of 992 private schools in NY

Brooklyn Independent

Middle School

38 LAFAYETTE AVE AVE-5TH FL, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Last updated: July 2026

Private

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Enrollment

Student-Teacher

16.8:1

Score

6.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage
2021-22

Data vintage2021-22

How this school compares

New York private schools

#536 of 992

In Brooklyn

#67 of 173

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About Brooklyn Independent

Brooklyn Independent is a private middle school in Brooklyn, NY. Brooklyn Independent serves approximately 84 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Independent has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #536 of 992 private schools in NY.

How it comparesOn par with NY schools

6.2

This school 6.2 · Average
NY avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 84 students, Brooklyn Independent 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.

Brooklyn Independent 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 Independent compares to 218 public schools serving similar grades in Brooklyn, NY

Student-Teacher Ratio

16.8:1

This School

11.5:1

Public Avg

Avg School Size

This School

535

Public Avg

Avg School Scout Rating

6.2

This School

6.1

Public Avg

Student Demographics

Black 38.1% vs 0%

White 28.6% vs 0%

Hispanic 23.8% vs 0%

Asian 9.5% vs 0%

Brooklyn Independent Brooklyn Public Avg

Nearby Middle Schools

School	Distance	Enrollment	STR	Rating
Brooklyn Independent (this school)	—	84	16.8:1	6.2
MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL (THE)	0.3 mi	524	9:1	8.0
MS 113 RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER	0.3 mi	188	7.5:1	3.8
PS 369 COY L COX SCHOOL	0.3 mi	506	5.2:1	3.7
MS 266 PARK PLACE COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL	0.6 mi	81	5.1:1	5.4
PS 77	0.6 mi	381	5.4:1	4.4
BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL-CSD 13	0.6 mi	730	11.8:1	5.0
COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL	0.6 mi	464	10.3:1	6.7
FORT GREEN PREPARATORY ACADEMY	0.6 mi	201	8.7:1	6.3
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST ENDEAVOR CHARTER SCHOOL	0.7 mi	674	16:1	7.2
DR SUSAN S MCKINNEY SECONDARY SCHOOL OF THE ARTS	0.7 mi	189	5.9:1	6.6
BRIDGES: A SCHOOL FOR EXPLORATION AND EQUITY	0.7 mi	253	9.7:1	4.8
URBAN ASSEMBLY INSTITUTE OF MATH AND SCIENCE FOR YOUNG WOMEN	0.8 mi	392	9.8:1	8.3
IS 340	0.8 mi	140	10:1	6.1
PS 372 CHILDREN'S SCHOOL (THE)	0.8 mi	452	6.8:1	7.5
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP CHARTER SCHOOL	0.9 mi	413	9.8:1	7.5
BOERUM HILL SCHOOL FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDIES (THE)	0.9 mi	796	11.5:1	7.3
URBAN ASSEMBLY UNISON SCHOOL (THE)	0.9 mi	179	8.1:1	6.4
MS 51 WILLIAM ALEXANDER	1.1 mi	963	14.8:1	6.8
PS/IS 157 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN HEATH AND SCIENCE ACADEMY (THE)	1.1 mi	244	7.9:1	3.2
BROOKLYN LABORATORY CHARTER SCHOOL	1.1 mi	573	15.9:1	5.6

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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

C 2.9 / 10

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Student-Teacher Ratio 16.8:1

Instructional Commitment

A 9.4 / 10

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School Day Length 8 hours

Annual Instructional Hours 1,440

Diversity & Inclusion

A+ 9.6 / 10

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Diversity Index 71%

Community Context

Data Unavailable

School Profile

B- 5.3 / 10

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Enrollment 84

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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 38.1%

White 28.6%

Hispanic 23.8%

Asian 9.5%

Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)

Location

38 LAFAYETTE AVE AVE-5TH FL, Brooklyn, NY 11217

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooklyn Independent may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL (THE) (rated 8.0/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is MS 266 PARK PLACE COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL (rated 5.4/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, MS 113 RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER (rated 3.8/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.6 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
MUSE ACADEMY Brooklyn	0.0 mi	51	4.9
BROOKLYN TECHNICAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.2 mi	5,808	8.0
KHALIL GIBRAN INTERNATIONAL ACADEMY Brooklyn	0.1 mi	112	8.0
BROOKLYN HIGH SCHOOL OF THE ARTS Brooklyn	0.3 mi	912	7.6
MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn	0.3 mi	524	8.0
BROOKLYN RISE CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	300	8.0
GERMAN SCHOOL BROOKLYN Brooklyn	0.3 mi	43	5.4
MS 113 RONALD EDMONDS LEARNING CENTER Brooklyn	0.3 mi	188	3.8
COMPASS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	317	3.3
PS 38 PACIFIC (THE) Brooklyn	0.3 mi	548	7.9
PS 369 COY L COX SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	506	3.7
PS 20 CLINTON HILL Brooklyn	0.4 mi	651	7.3
PS 133 WILLIAM A BUTLER Brooklyn	0.5 mi	617	8.2
MS 266 PARK PLACE COMMUNITY MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.6 mi	81	5.4
PS 77 Brooklyn	0.6 mi	381	4.4
PS 67 CHARLES A DORSEY Brooklyn	0.6 mi	181	5.0
COMMUNITY ROOTS CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.6 mi	464	6.7
PS 753 SCHOOL FOR CAREER DEVELOPMENT Brooklyn	0.5 mi	362	3.4
BROOKLYN FREE SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.5 mi	51	5.5
PS 46 EDWARD C BLUM Brooklyn	0.6 mi	222	2.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11217 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$158,314

Median Home Value

$1,614,200

Median Rent

$2,800/mo

Population

42,569

College Educated

73%

Homeownership

28.9%

Avg Commute

35.8 min

Poverty Rate

10.1%

Median Age

35.9

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NATIVITYMIGUEL MIDDLE SCHOOL, ST MONICA CAMPUS Buffalo, NY	59	6.1
RIVERDALE AVENUE MIDDLE SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY	117	6.0
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooklyn Independent

What grades does Brooklyn Independent serve?

Brooklyn Independent serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Brooklyn Independent?

Brooklyn Independent has an enrollment of approximately 84 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Independent?

The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Independent is 16.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.

How does Brooklyn Independent rank in NY?

Brooklyn Independent ranks #536 of 992 private schools in NY.

What is Brooklyn Independent's MySchoolScout rating?

Brooklyn Independent has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

Is Brooklyn Independent a private school?

Yes, Brooklyn Independent 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 Independent a religious school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score: 99 Walker's Paradise
Transit Score: 100 Rider’s Paradise
Bike Score: 94 Biker’s Paradise

Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)

Grades: 6th – 8th
Enrollment: 84
Gender Split: 65% M / 35% F
Student-Teacher Ratio: 16.8:1
Teachers (FTE): 5
Type: private
Coed Status: coed
Affiliation: Nonsectarian
School Day: 8 hours
Days Per Year: 180 days
Setting: Large City
County: Kings County
Phone: (646) 930-1246

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