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#518 of 4,742 schools in NY

Top 11% in state

Madeleine Brennan School (the)

Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20

8010 12TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11228

Enrollment

1,591

Student-Teacher

16.1:1

Score

8.2

Grades

6th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

New York schools

#518 of 4,742

In Brooklyn

#50 of 570

public schools

In district

#18 of 45

NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20

Equity

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Madeleine Brennan School (the)

8.2/10

Middle School in Brooklyn · grades 6th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Madeleine Brennan School (the)

Madeleine Brennan School (the) is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #20. Madeleine Brennan School (the) serves approximately 1,591 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 16.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Madeleine Brennan School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #518 of 4,742 schools in NY.

Structured state assessment records for Madeleine Brennan School (the) show 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.3
  • NY avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.0Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change+0.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.0Excellent35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency73.2% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77.3% (2022 EdFacts)
Math vs. State Avg+33.6 pts
Reading vs. State Avg+14.5 pts
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+33.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile85th
Resources & Environment5.6Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.1:1
Chronic Absenteeism14.8%

Madeleine Brennan School (the) — Students at Madeleine Brennan School (the) score 75% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
33.6% (2021 NYSED)
ELA Proficiency 70.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
57.2% (2021 NYSED)

Based on 34 test records from NY state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2009
Math
94%
ELA
79%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
59%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
58%
ELA
51%
2013
Math
66%
ELA
53%
2014
Math
66%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
65%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
65%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
73%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
75%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
75%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
79%
2021*
Math
66.5%
ELA
79.5%
2022
Math
73.2%
ELA
77.4%

* 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: 9.0/10.

How Madeleine Brennan School (the) Compares

See how Madeleine Brennan School (the) performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
89th percentile in NY
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
9.0/10
Excellent
Environment
5.6/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
99 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

Location

8010 12TH AVE, Brooklyn, NY 11228

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Madeleine Brennan School (the) may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY (rated 8.3/10, 0.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, CHRISTA MCAULIFFE SCHOOL (THE) /IS 187 (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 0.9 mi
School Distance Rating
ST BERNADETTE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.2 mi 5.4
ST EPHREM CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 5.5
PS 127 MCKINLEY PARK Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.6
JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY Brooklyn 0.5 mi 8.3
PS 229 DYKER Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.1
PS 204 VINCE LOMBARDI Brooklyn 0.5 mi 7.4
PS 176 OVINGTON Brooklyn 0.6 mi 7.2
NEW UTRECHT HIGH SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.6 mi 6.9
PS 112 LEFFERTS PARK Brooklyn 0.7 mi 7.1
RALPH A FABRIZIO SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 8.5
CHRISTA MCAULIFFE SCHOOL (THE) /IS 187 Brooklyn 0.8 mi 8.3
PS 748 BROOKLYN SCHOOL FOR GLOBAL SCHOLARS Brooklyn 0.9 mi 6.6
PS 163 BATH BEACH Brooklyn 0.9 mi 7.3
POLY PREP COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Brooklyn 0.8 mi 6.0
PS 69 VINCENT D GRIPPO SCHOOL Brooklyn 1.0 mi 9.0
SCHOOL FOR FUTURE LEADERS (THE) Brooklyn 1.0 mi 9.2
PS/IS 104 FORT HAMILTON SCHOOL (THE) Brooklyn 0.8 mi 7.0
BAY RIDGE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Brooklyn 0.9 mi 6.0
BAY RIDGE CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Brooklyn 1.1 mi 7.2
HASC - HEBREW ACADEMY FOR SPECIAL CHILDREN Brooklyn 0.9 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 11228 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,737

Median Home Value

$1,131,700

Median Rent

$1,828/mo

Population

42,325

College Educated

37.1%

Homeownership

54.7%

Avg Commute

41.7 min

Poverty Rate

13.2%

Median Age

44.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
BERNER MIDDLE SCHOOL Massapequa, NY 8.2
HOMMOCKS SCHOOL Larchmont, NY 8.1
IS 237 Flushing, NY 8.1
JHS 185 EDWARD BLEEKER Flushing, NY 8.1
JHS 259 WILLIAM MCKINLEY Brooklyn, NY 8.3
WOODLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL East Meadow, NY 8.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Madeleine Brennan School (the)

What grades does Madeleine Brennan School (the) serve?

Madeleine Brennan School (the) serves students in grades 6th through 8th.

How many students attend Madeleine Brennan School (the)?

Madeleine Brennan School (the) has an enrollment of approximately 1,591 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Madeleine Brennan School (the)?

The student-teacher ratio at Madeleine Brennan School (the) is 16.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Madeleine Brennan School (the) rank in NY?

Madeleine Brennan School (the) ranks #518 of 4,742 schools in NY.

What is Madeleine Brennan School (the)'s MySchoolScout rating?

Madeleine Brennan School (the) has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Madeleine Brennan School (the)?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Madeleine Brennan School (the) has 72% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Madeleine Brennan School (the) a charter school?

No, Madeleine Brennan School (the) is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Madeleine Brennan School (the) a Title I school?

No, Madeleine Brennan School (the) is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Madeleine Brennan School (the)?

78.4% of students at Madeleine Brennan School (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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
89 Very Walkable
Transit Score
73 Excellent Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
1,591
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
99
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large City
County
Kings County
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.8%

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