Brooklyn Preparatory High School

257 N 6th St
Brooklyn, NY 11211
(School attendance zone shown in map)
10/
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Top 5%
Brooklyn Preparatory High School is a 9-12th grade college-focused public high school in Brooklyn, New York. It has 500 students enrolled.
Serving 567 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn Preparatory High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (which is higher 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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 567 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : 90-94% (Top 30% in NY)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Brooklyn Preparatory High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

Brooklyn Preparatory High School's student population of 567 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
567 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers

School Rankings

Brooklyn Preparatory High School ranks within the top 5% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Preparatory High School is 0.57, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#194 out of 4377 schools
(Top 5%)
85-89%
46%
90-94%
49%
≥95%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
52%
30%
Black
40%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.57
90-94%
87%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
82%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brooklyn Preparatory High School's ranking?
Brooklyn Preparatory High School is ranked #194 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Brooklyn Preparatory High School often compared to?
Brooklyn Preparatory High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Williamsburg Preparatory School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn Preparatory High School?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn Preparatory High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn Preparatory High School?
567 students attend Brooklyn Preparatory High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Brooklyn Preparatory High School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brooklyn Preparatory High School?
Brooklyn Preparatory High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Preparatory High School offer ?
Brooklyn Preparatory High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Preparatory High School part of?
Brooklyn Preparatory High School is part of New York City Geographic District #14 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Preparatory High School located?
Brooklyn Preparatory High School is located in the Williamsburg neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 17 other public schools located in Williamsburg.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 567 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : 90-94% (Top 30%)
  • : Top 5%
  • : 85-89% (Top 10%)
  • : 90-94% (Top 5%)
  • : ≥95% (Top 5%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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