Math And Science Exploratory School

345 Dean St
Brooklyn, NY 11217
(School attendance zone shown in map)
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 524 students in grades 6-8, Math And Science Exploratory School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 524 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 30% in NY
  • : 65% (Top 50%)
  • : 75% (Top 20%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Math And Science Exploratory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

Math And Science Exploratory School's student population of 524 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
524 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers

School Rankings

Math And Science Exploratory School ranks within the top 30% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Math And Science Exploratory School is 0.71, 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)
#1017 out of 4377 schools
(Top 30%)
(22-23)
65%
52%
75%
49%
85-89%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
12%
10%
Hispanic
24%
30%
Black
12%
16%
White
45%
40%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.71
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Math And Science Exploratory School's ranking?
Math And Science Exploratory School is ranked #1017 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Math And Science Exploratory School often compared to?
Math And Science 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 Math And Science Exploratory School?
524 students attend Math And Science Exploratory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Math And Science Exploratory School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Math And Science Exploratory School?
Math And Science Exploratory School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Math And Science Exploratory School offer ?
Math And Science Exploratory School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Math And Science Exploratory School part of?
Math And Science Exploratory School is part of New York City Geographic District #15 School District.
In what neighborhood is Math And Science Exploratory School located?
Math And Science 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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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 524 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 55%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 65% (Top 50%)
  • : 75% (Top 20%)
  • : 85-89% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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