Below Average
#3914 of 4,742 schools in NY
Brooklyn Studio Secondary School
High School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
8310 21ST AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Enrollment
879
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Enrollment
879
Student-Teacher
11.3:1
Score
4.5
Grades
6th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#3,914 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#480 of 570
public schools
In district
#37 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21
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About Brooklyn Studio Secondary School
Brooklyn Studio Secondary School is a public high school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21. Brooklyn Studio Secondary School serves approximately 879 students, and covers grades 6th-12th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Brooklyn Studio Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #3,914 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Brooklyn Studio Secondary School show 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.9
- NY avg 7.0
What Parents Should Know
60% of students at Brooklyn Studio Secondary 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
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Brooklyn Studio Secondary School — Students at Brooklyn Studio Secondary School score 33% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 41%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 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: 2.9/10.
How Brooklyn Studio Secondary School Compares
See how Brooklyn Studio Secondary School 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
8310 21ST AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11214
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Brooklyn Studio Secondary School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. NEW UTRECHT HIGH SCHOOL (rated 6.9/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, EAST ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| PS 128 BENSONHURST Brooklyn | 0.0 mi | 4.5 |
| JEWISH CENTER FOR SPECIAL EDUC Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 6.7 |
| EAST ACADEMY OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 6.6 |
| YESHIVAH OHEL MOSHE Brooklyn | 0.2 mi | 7.5 |
| MAGEN DAVID YESHIVAH HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.3 mi | 3.7 |
| PS 186 DR IRVING A GLADSTONE Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.0 |
| PS 200 BENSON SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.4 mi | 6.1 |
| PS 101 VERRAZANO (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.3 |
| ACADEMY OF TALENTED SCHOLARS (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.9 |
| BROOKLYN SCHOOL OF INQUIRY Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 8.4 |
| HEBREW LANGUAGE ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL 2 Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 7.9 |
| PS 97 HIGHLAWN (THE) Brooklyn | 0.5 mi | 6.7 |
| IS 96 SETH LOW Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.9 |
| SUCCESS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL - BENSONHURST Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 6.5 |
| IS 281 JOSEPH B CAVALLARO Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 7.6 |
| PS 247 Brooklyn | 0.6 mi | 7.7 |
| NEW UTRECHT HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.9 |
| PS 205 CLARION Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| PS 748 BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL SCHOLARS Brooklyn | 0.7 mi | 6.6 |
| GESHER YEHUDA Brooklyn | 0.8 mi | 6.3 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11214 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$64,286
Median Home Value
$1,007,400
Median Rent
$1,710/mo
Population
88,994
College Educated
32.4%
Homeownership
33.9%
Avg Commute
45.2 min
Poverty Rate
18.9%
Median Age
41.1
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| BRONX STUDIO SCHOOL FOR WRITERS AND ARTISTS Bronx, NY | 4.5 |
| EAST NEW YORK FAMILY ACADEMY Brooklyn, NY | 4.4 |
| HERKIMER HIGH SCHOOL Herkimer, NY | 4.4 |
| MCQUAID JESUIT Rochester, NY | 4.4 |
| ST JOHN THE BAPTIST DIOCESAN HIGH SCHOOL West Islip, NY | 4.6 |
| FRANKLIN UPPER SCHOOL Rochester, NY | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Brooklyn Studio Secondary School
What grades does Brooklyn Studio Secondary School serve?
Brooklyn Studio Secondary School serves students in grades 6th through 12th.
How many students attend Brooklyn Studio Secondary School?
Brooklyn Studio Secondary School has an enrollment of approximately 879 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Studio Secondary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Brooklyn Studio Secondary School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Brooklyn Studio Secondary School rank in NY?
Brooklyn Studio Secondary School ranks #3,914 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Brooklyn Studio Secondary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Brooklyn Studio Secondary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Studio Secondary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Brooklyn Studio Secondary School has 51% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Brooklyn Studio Secondary School a charter school?
No, Brooklyn Studio Secondary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Brooklyn Studio Secondary School a Title I school?
No, Brooklyn Studio Secondary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Brooklyn Studio Secondary School?
81.1% of students at Brooklyn Studio Secondary 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 879
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 78
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 60.2%
- Phone
- (718) 266-5032
- 4-Year Graduation
- 92.0%
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #21- District Enrollment
- 34,525
- Schools in District
- 40
- District Rank
- #37 of 40
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