Brooklyn Academy of Science and the Environment, or BASE, is one of four public high schools in the Prospect Heights Educational Campus. BASE was established in 2003: a partnership among the Prospect Park Alliance, the Brooklyn Botanic Garden, and environmentalist and journalist Ibrahim Abdul-Matin.
Serving 245 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 21-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 75-79% (Btm 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 21-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: The Brooklyn Academy of Science and the Environment serves an attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 468.2 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a 20-30 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 19.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment's student population of 245 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
245 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2003
School Rankings
Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3177 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
52%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
21-39%
49%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
10%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
16%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
74%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
3%
39%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
75-79%
87.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)61.6%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
80%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
2%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment's ranking?
Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment is ranked #3177 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment often compared to?
Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environmentis often viewed alongside schools like Park Slope Collegiate, P.s. 172 Beacon School Of Excellence by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 21-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment is 75-79%, which is lower than the New York state average of 87.2%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment?
245 students attend Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment students are Black, 16% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment?
Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment offer ?
Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment part of?
Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment located?
Brooklyn Academy Of Science And The Environment is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
School Reviews
3 10/10/2025
Sometimes really stressful. Needs more clubs and also more AP classes. Doesn't have many classes in the arts. Student body isn't great either. Many flaws, but not a terrible school.
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