Serving 271 students in grades 6-8, Brownsville Collaborative Middle School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: 6-8
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Brownsville Collaborative Middle School serves an attendance zone in Brooklyn, NY, covering approximately 1.7 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive and an average distance of 0.8 miles from the school to the zone's edge, while the furthest point is 1.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
School Overview
Brownsville Collaborative Middle School's student population of 271 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Brownsville Collaborative Middle School ranks within the top 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School is 0.51, 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
#1349 out of 4346 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
11:1
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
31%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
57%
15%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
39%
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)49.5%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
95%
55%
Showing 2016–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brownsville Collaborative Middle School's ranking?
Brownsville Collaborative Middle School is ranked #1349 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brownsville Collaborative Middle School?
271 students attend Brownsville Collaborative Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 1% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School?
Brownsville Collaborative Middle School has a student ration of 12:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brownsville Collaborative Middle School offer ?
Brownsville Collaborative Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brownsville Collaborative Middle School part of?
Brownsville Collaborative Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #23.
In what neighborhood is Brownsville Collaborative Middle School located?
Brownsville Collaborative Middle School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.
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