Serving 202 students in grades 9-12, Brooklyn School For Music & Theater 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 30-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is <50% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower 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 (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in NY)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥95% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn School For Music & Theater ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Brooklyn School For Music & Theater's student population of 202 students has declined by 29% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
202 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn School For Music & Theater 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 School For Music & Theater is 0.41, 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
#2719 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥95%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
11:1
American Indian
3%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
74%
15%
White
3%
39%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
87%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)52%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn School For Music & Theater's ranking?
Brooklyn School For Music & Theater is ranked #2719 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while <50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brooklyn School For Music & Theater?
The graduation rate of Brooklyn School For Music & Theater is 90-94%, which is higher than the New York state average of 87%.
How many students attend Brooklyn School For Music & Theater?
202 students attend Brooklyn School For Music & Theater.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Brooklyn School For Music & Theater students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are American Indian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn School For Music & Theater?
Brooklyn School For Music & Theater has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn School For Music & Theater offer ?
Brooklyn School For Music & Theater offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn School For Music & Theater part of?
Brooklyn School For Music & Theater is part of New York City Geographic District #17.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn School For Music & Theater located?
Brooklyn School For Music & Theater is located in the Crown Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 33 other public schools located in Crown Heights.
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