Very Good

#1561 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 33% in state

Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the)

High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

400 IRVING AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11237

Last updated: July 2026

Enrollment

350

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

7.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Enrollment

350

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

7.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage
2022-23

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#1,561 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#188 of 570

public schools

In district

#5 of 27

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

Equity

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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About Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the)

Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32. Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) serves approximately 350 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 out of 10 and ranks #1,561 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) show 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021).

How it compares0.5 pts above district

7.1

This school 7.1 · Very Good
District avg 6.6
NY avg 7.0

What Parents Should Know

60% of students at Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) 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 Progress6.5Average25%

Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.

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Years of Data8

Annual Change-1.09 pts/yr

Data Period2014–2021

TrendDeclining

Academics9.5Excellent25%

Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.

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Math Proficiency95% (2021 EdFacts)

Reading/ELA Proficiency69.5% (2021 EdFacts)

Overall Proficiency82% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)

Expected (poverty-adj.)36% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)

vs. Expected+45.8 pts

Adjusted Percentile92th

College Readiness7.9Very Good30%

Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.

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4-Year Graduation Rate87%

AP Participation40.9%

IB ProgramNo

Resources & Environment3.5Needs Improvement20%

Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.

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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1

Chronic Absenteeism60%

Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) — Students at Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

95.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 94.0% (multi-year average, 2014-2021)

School

State

N/A

ELA Proficiency 88.6% (multi-year average, 2014-2021)

School

State

N/A

Based on 16 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2014

Math

90%

ELA

95%

2015

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2016

Math

92%

ELA

95%

2017

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2018

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2019

Math

95%

ELA

95%

2020*

Math

95%

ELA

69.5%

2021*

Math

95%

ELA

69.5%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) Compares

See how Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score

7.1/10

67th percentile in NY

Academic

9.5/10

Excellent

Growth

6.5/10

Average

Environment

3.5/10

Needs Improvement

AP Courses

State avg: 2.4

Sports

3 boys' · 2 girls'

Advanced STEM

5/5

Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch

Students eligible for subsidized meals

95%

Teaching Staff

10:1 student-teacher ratio

34 teachers

Chronic Absenteeism

Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)

60.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered

40.9% participation·State avg: 2.4 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22

Athletics5sports offered

3 boys'·2 girls'·6 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

400 IRVING AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11237

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) may also want to explore other high schools in the area. ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING (THE) (rated 7.8/10), which scores slightly higher. Another option is ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL (rated 7.8/10, 0.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, MATH ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL (rated 7.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.4 mi

School	Distance	Enrollment	Rating
ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING (THE) Brooklyn	0.0 mi	432	7.8
BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR SOCIAL JUSTICE (THE) Brooklyn	0.0 mi	275	4.9
ACADEMY FOR EXCELLENCE IN LEADERSHIP Brooklyn	0.0 mi	272	6.6
ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.1 mi	431	7.8
PS 106 EDWARD EVERETT HALE Brooklyn	0.2 mi	327	3.6
BUSHWICK ASCEND CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	771	8.1
JHS 291 ROLAND HAYES Brooklyn	0.2 mi	303	4.9
BUSHWICK COMMUNITY HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.2 mi	105	5.4
MATH ENGINEERING AND SCIENCE ACADEMY CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.2 mi	524	7.3
PS 377 ALEJANDRINA B DE GAUTIER Brooklyn	0.3 mi	194	3.8
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST NORTH BROOKLYN PREPARATORY CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	835	3.7
PS 151 LYNDON B JOHNSON Brooklyn	0.3 mi	285	5.6
ST BRIGID SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	183	5.8
PS 116 ELIZABETH L FARRELL Brooklyn	0.3 mi	334	3.7
ROBERT E PEARY SCHOOL Ridgewood	0.4 mi	596	4.2
PS 81 JEAN PAUL RICHTER Glendale	0.5 mi	703	5.0
PS 86 IRVINGTON (THE) Brooklyn	0.4 mi	358	4.0
JHS 383 PHILIPPA SCHUYLER Brooklyn	0.4 mi	746	4.8
ACHIEVEMENT FIRST-BUSHWICK CHARTER SCHOOL Brooklyn	0.4 mi	920	7.3
PS 239 Ridgewood	0.4 mi	410	4.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11237 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$82,570

Median Home Value

$1,063,700

Median Rent

$2,109/mo

Population

45,233

College Educated

41.4%

Homeownership

11.3%

Avg Commute

40.3 min

Poverty Rate

20.8%

Median Age

33.3

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

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BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND THE ENVIRONMENT Brooklyn, NY	235	7.1
CAMPBELL-SAVONA JUNIOR/SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL Campbell, NY	337	7.1
HIGH SCHOOL OF SPORTS MANAGEMENT Brooklyn, NY	328	7.1
INTERNATIONAL HIGH SCHOOL AT LAGUARDIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE Long Island City, NY	464	7.1
IT TAKES A VILLAGE ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY	260	7.1
MILLBROOK SCHOOL Millbrook, NY	331	7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the)

What grades does Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) serve?

Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the)?

Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) has an enrollment of approximately 350 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) rank in NY?

Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) ranks #1,561 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.1 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 School for Math and Research (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) has 94% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2021).

Is Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) a charter school?

No, Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) a Title I school?

No, Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the)?

95.1% of students at Brooklyn School for Math and Research (the) 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades: 9th – 12th
Enrollment: 350
Student-Teacher Ratio: 10.3:1
Teachers (FTE): 34
Free/Reduced Lunch: 95.1%
Type: regular
Setting: Large City
County: Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23): 60.0%
Phone: (718) 381-7100
4-Year Graduation: 87.0%

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District

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #32

District Enrollment: 9,633
Schools in District: 27
District Rank: #5 of 27

Other Schools in This District

PS 376 8.3 ACADEMY OF URBAN PLANNING AND ENGINEERING (THE) 7.8 ALL CITY LEADERSHIP SECONDARY SCHOOL 7.8 EVERGREEN MIDDLE SCHOOL FOR URBAN EXPLORATION 7.7 EBC HIGH SCHOOL FOR PUBLIC SERVICE-BUSHWICK 6.9

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