For the 2024 school year, there are 13 public schools serving 5,958 students in 11238, NY (there are 8 private schools, serving 1,230 private students). 83% of all K-12 students in 11238, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
The top ranked public schools in 11238, NY are Benjamin Banneker Academy, Ps 11 Purvis J Behan and Achievement First Endeavor Charter School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public schools in zipcode 11238 have an average math proficiency score of 66% (versus the New York public school average of 56%), and reading proficiency score of 77% (versus the 63% statewide average). Schools in 11238, NY have an average ranking of 9/10, which is in the top 20% of New York public schools.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public school average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11238, NY Public Schools (2024)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Banneker Academy
(Math: 85-89% | Reading: 90-94%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
71-77 Clinton Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 797-3702
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 797-3702
Grades: 9-12
| 837 students
Rank: #22.
Ps 11 Purvis J Behan
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: 85-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
419 Waverly Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 638-2661
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 638-2661
Grades: PK-5
| 834 students
Rank: #33.
Achievement First Endeavor Charter School
Charter School
(Math: ≥90% | Reading: ≥90% )
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
510 Waverly Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 622-5994
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 622-5994
Grades: K-8
| 786 students
Rank: #44.
Ps 316 Elijah Stroud
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 80-89%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
750 Classon Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 638-4043
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 638-4043
Grades: PK-5
| 551 students
Rank: #55.
Ps 9 Sarah Smith Garnet School
(Math: 55-59% | Reading: 75-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
80 Underhill Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 638-3260
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 638-3260
Grades: PK-5
| 727 students
Rank: #66.
Brooklyn Arbor Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 40-59% | Reading: 60-79%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
325 S 3rd St
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 963-0393
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 963-0393
Grades: PK-5
| 544 students
Rank: #77.
Is 340
(Math: <50% | Reading: ≥50%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
227 Sterling Pl
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-5516
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-5516
Grades: 6-8
| 186 students
Rank: #88.
Gotham Professional Arts Academy
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
561 Grand Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 230-7270
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 230-7270
Grades: 9-12
| 209 students
Rank: #99.
Ps 56 Lewis H Latimer
(Math: 21-39% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
3/
Bottom 50%10
170 Gates Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-3149
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-3149
Grades: PK-5
| 250 students
Rank: #1010.
Brooklyn Arts And Science Elementary School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 40-49%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
443 St Marks Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 230-0851
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 230-0851
Grades: PK-5
| 298 students
Rank: #1111.
Explore Exceed Charter School
Charter School
(Math: 30-34% | Reading: 10-14% )
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
443 St Marks Ave-rm 114
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 989-6702
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 989-6702
Grades: K-8
| 410 students
Rank: #1212.
Elijah Stroud Middle School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
750 Classon Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 638-3067
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 638-3067
Grades: 6-8
| 127 students
Rank: #1313.
Urban Assembly Unison School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29% )
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
170 Gates Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 399-1061
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 399-1061
Grades: 6-8
| 199 students
11238, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Grades
Students
561 Grand Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 789-2258
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 789-2258
Grades: 9-12
| n/a students
227 Sterling Place
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-5516
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-5516
Grades: 6-8
| 362 students
Lutheran Community Services (Closed 2004)
Alternative School
525 Clinton Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
Brooklyn, NY 11238
Grades: n/a
| n/a students
80 Underhill Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 638-1740
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 638-1740
Grades: 6-8
| 29 students
170 Gates Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 789-5835
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 789-5835
Grades: 8
| 59 students
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public schools in 11238, NY?
The top ranked public schools in 11238, NY include Benjamin Banneker Academy, Ps 11 Purvis J Behan and Achievement First Endeavor Charter School.
How many public schools are located in 11238, NY?
13 public schools are located in 11238, NY.
What percentage of students in 11238, NY go to public school?
83% of all K-12 students in 11238, NY are educated in public schools (compared to the NY state average of 86%).
What is the racial composition of students in 11238, NY?
11238, NY public schools minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public schools average of 59% (majority Hispanic).
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