Very Good
#1359 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 29% in state
Brooklyn School for Music & Theater
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
883 CLASSON AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
210
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
7.3
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#1,359 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#156 of 570
public schools
In district
#13 of 49
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17
Equity
9.0 / 10
Excellent
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About Brooklyn School for Music & Theater
Brooklyn School for Music & Theater is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17. Brooklyn School for Music & Theater serves approximately 210 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn School for Music & Theater has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #1,359 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn School for Music & Theater show 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
- This school 7.3 · Very Good
- District avg 6.8
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Brooklyn School for Music & Theater sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
50% of students at Brooklyn School for Music & Theater 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 School for Music & Theater — Students at Brooklyn School for Music & Theater score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 40%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
84.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2020-21)
Based on 26 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 7.9/10.
How Brooklyn School for Music & Theater Compares
See how Brooklyn School for Music & Theater performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
883 CLASSON AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11225
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooklyn School for Music & Theater may also want to explore other high schools in the area. HIGH SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP (THE) (rated 8.8/10), which scores notably higher. Another option is BROOKLYN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE AND THE ENVIRONMENT (rated 7.1/10), with a very similar rating. Additionally, GOTHAM PROFESSIONAL ARTS ACADEMY (rated 6.9/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.6 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11225 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$85,201
Median Home Value
$1,218,300
Median Rent
$1,733/mo
Population
56,544
College Educated
48.1%
Homeownership
18.4%
Avg Commute
42 min
Poverty Rate
14.2%
Median Age
38.1
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|---|---|
| CINCINNATUS HIGH SCHOOL Cincinnatus, NY | 7.3 |
| ELISABETH IRWIN HIGH SCHOOL New York, NY | 7.3 |
| FREDERICK DOUGLASS ACADEMY VII HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| JUDITH S KAYE SCHOOL (THE) New York, NY | 7.3 |
| ST SAVIOUR HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn, NY | 7.3 |
| THOUSAND ISLANDS HIGH SCHOOL Clayton, NY | 7.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooklyn School for Music & Theater
What grades does Brooklyn School for Music & Theater serve?
Brooklyn School for Music & Theater serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Brooklyn School for Music & Theater?
Brooklyn School for Music & Theater has an enrollment of approximately 210 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn School for Music & Theater?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn School for Music & Theater is 9.5:1. 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 Music & Theater rank in NY?
Brooklyn School for Music & Theater ranks #1,359 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brooklyn School for Music & Theater's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooklyn School for Music & Theater has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Music & Theater?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn School for Music & Theater has 75% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 85% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021).
Is Brooklyn School for Music & Theater a charter school?
No, Brooklyn School for Music & Theater is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brooklyn School for Music & Theater a Title I school?
No, Brooklyn School for Music & Theater is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn School for Music & Theater?
84.8% of students at Brooklyn School for Music & Theater 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
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 210
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 84.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.0%
- Phone
- (718) 230-6250
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #17- District Enrollment
- 17,805
- Schools in District
- 49
- District Rank
- #13 of 49
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