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#690 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 15% in state

Brooklyn Lab School

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19

999 JAMAICA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208

Enrollment

430

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

8.0

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#690 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#71 of 570

public schools

In district

#3 of 52

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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8.0/10

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About Brooklyn Lab School

Brooklyn Lab School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #19. Brooklyn Lab School serves approximately 430 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Lab School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #690 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Lab School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).

How it compares1.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 6.4
  • NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

45% of students at Brooklyn Lab 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change+1.88 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2021
TrendImproving
Academics9.3Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency84.5% (2021 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency80% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+41.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
College Readiness8.2Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation46%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Chronic Absenteeism45.3%

Brooklyn Lab School — Students at Brooklyn Lab School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

89.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 64.1% (multi-year average, 2011-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.2% (multi-year average, 2011-2021)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2011
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
67%
2013
Math
7.5%
ELA
22%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
64.5%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
64.5%
ELA
84.5%
2018
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2019
Math
64.5%
ELA
74.5%
2020*
Math
74.5%
ELA
84.5%
2021*
Math
74.5%
ELA
84.5%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Brooklyn Lab School Compares

See how Brooklyn Lab School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.0/10
86th percentile in NY
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average
AP Courses
1
State avg: 2.4
Sports
8
7 boys' · 1 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
46% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics8sports offered
7 boys'·1 girls'·10 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

999 JAMAICA AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11208

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooklyn Lab School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. CYPRESS HILLS COLLEGIATE PREPARATORY SCHOOL (rated 8.0/10), with a very similar rating. Another option is MULTICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY (rated 7.7/10), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.0 mi
School Distance Rating
MULTICULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.0 mi 7.8
CYPRESS HILLS COLLEGIATE PREPARATORY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.0 mi 8.0
ACADEMY OF INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn 0.0 mi 7.7
URBAN ASSEMBLY SCHOOL FOR COLLABORATIVE HEALTHCARE (THE) Brooklyn 0.0 mi 6.4
PS 7 ABRAHAM LINCOLN Brooklyn 0.3 mi 4.4
IS 171 ABRAHAM LINCOLN Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.7
HIGHLAND PARK COMMUNITY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.1
PS 97 FOREST PARK Woodhaven 0.5 mi 4.3
BLESSED SACRAMENT CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.7 mi 5.4
PS 65 Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.9
CYPRESS HILLS ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 7.7
ST THOMAS THE APOSTLE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Woodhaven 0.7 mi 5.8
PS/IS 119 GLENDALE (THE) Glendale 0.9 mi 8.0
SACRED HEART CATHOLIC ACADEMY Glendale 0.9 mi 6.3
PS 938 Brooklyn 0.9 mi 5.4
MS 935 Brooklyn 0.9 mi 7.2
PS/IS 113 ANTHONY J PRANZO Glendale 0.9 mi 6.8
TRANSIT TECH CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.1 mi 6.6
PS 60 WOODHAVEN Woodhaven 0.9 mi 4.6
PS 64 JOSEPH P ADDABBO Ozone Park 1.0 mi 4.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11208 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$59,988

Median Home Value

$638,200

Median Rent

$1,563/mo

Population

106,901

College Educated

15.8%

Homeownership

25.9%

Avg Commute

45.2 min

Poverty Rate

20.1%

Median Age

34.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooklyn Lab School

What grades does Brooklyn Lab School serve?

Brooklyn Lab School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Brooklyn Lab School?

Brooklyn Lab School has an enrollment of approximately 430 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Lab School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brooklyn Lab School rank in NY?

Brooklyn Lab School ranks #690 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Brooklyn Lab School's MySchoolScout rating?

Brooklyn Lab School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Lab School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Lab School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2021).

Is Brooklyn Lab School a charter school?

No, Brooklyn Lab School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brooklyn Lab School a Title I school?

No, Brooklyn Lab School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Lab School?

89.3% of students at Brooklyn Lab 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.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
69 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
74 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
44 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
430
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
89.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.3%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

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