Serving 518 students in grades 6-8, Exploratory School ranks in the top 20% 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% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the New York state average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 518 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The MATH AND SCIENCE EXPLORATORY SCHOOL serves an attendance area of approximately 7.6 square miles in Brooklyn, NY, where most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.1 miles to the nearest edge of the zone, extending up to 3.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Exploratory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Exploratory School's student population of 518 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
518 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Exploratory School ranks within the top 20% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Exploratory School is 0.74, which is more 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
#839 out of 4346 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
13%
10%
Hispanic
24%
31%
Black
10%
15%
White
42%
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
34.8%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Exploratory School's ranking?
Exploratory School is ranked #839 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Exploratory School often compared to?
Exploratory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle School 51 William Alexander by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Exploratory School?
518 students attend Exploratory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Exploratory School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Exploratory School?
Exploratory School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Exploratory School offer ?
Exploratory School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Exploratory School part of?
Exploratory School is part of New York City Geographic District #15.
In what neighborhood is Exploratory School located?
Exploratory School is located in the Boerum Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 6 other public schools located in Boerum Hill.
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