For the 2024 school year, there are 8 public schools serving 9,597 students in 11229, NY (there are 19 private schools, serving 5,706 private students). 63% of all K-12 students in 11229, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 11229, NY are James Madison High School, Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham and Ps 277 Gerritsen Beach. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11229 have an average math proficiency score of 73% (versus the New York public school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 76% (versus the 63% statewide average). Schools in 11229, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public school average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11229, NY Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
James Madison High School
(Math: 89% | Reading: 85%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
3787 Bedford Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 758-7200
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 758-7200
Grades: 9-12
| 3,497 students
Rank: #22.
Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham
Magnet School
(Math: 60-64% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1875 E 17th St
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 645-1334
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 645-1334
Grades: 6-8
| 1,301 students
Rank: #33.
Ps 277 Gerritsen Beach
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2529 Gerritsen Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 743-6689
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 743-6689
Grades: PK-5
| 354 students
Rank: #44.
Ps 153 Homecrest
(Math: 60-69% | Reading: 60-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
1970 Homecrest Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 375-4484
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 375-4484
Grades: PK-5
| 528 students
Rank: #55.
Jhs 278 Marine Park
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 65-69%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
1925 Stuart St
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 375-3523
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 375-3523
Grades: 6-8
| 1,188 students
Rank: #66.
Ps 255 Barbara Reing School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 55-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
1866 E 17th St
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 376-8494
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 376-8494
Grades: K-5
| 778 students
Rank: #77.
Ps 206 Joseph F Lamb
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: 60-64%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
2200 Gravesend Neck Rd
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 743-5598
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 743-5598
Grades: K-8
| 1,462 students
Rank: #88.
Ps 194 Raoul Wallenberg
(Math: <50% | Reading: <50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
3117 Ave W
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 648-8804
Brooklyn, NY 11229
(718) 648-8804
Grades: PK-5
| 489 students
11229, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
Netcare, Inc (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
1675 E 16th St
Brooklyn, NY 11229
Brooklyn, NY 11229
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 11229, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 11229, NY include James Madison High School, Jhs 234 Arthur W Cunningham and Ps 277 Gerritsen Beach.
How many public schools are located in 11229, NY?
8 public schools are located in 11229, NY.
What percentage of students in 11229, NY go to public school?
63% of all K-12 students in 11229, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11229, NY?
11229, NY public schools minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is less than the New York public schools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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