For the 2025 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,440 students in 11238, NY.
The top ranked public high schools in 11238, NY are Benjamin Banneker Academy and Gotham Professional Arts Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 11238 have an average math proficiency score of 82% (versus the New York public high school average of 67%), and reading proficiency score of 95% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 11238, NY have an average ranking of 8/10, which is in the top 30% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 11238 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the New York average of 88%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Benjamin Banneker Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11238, NY Public High Schools (2025)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Grades
Students
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Banneker Academy
(Math: 80-84% | Reading: ≥95%)
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
| 835 students
Rank: #22.
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
| 243 students
Rank: n/an/a
P.s. 753 School For Career Development
Special Education School
510 Clermont Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-4646
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-4646
Grades: 9-12
| 362 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 high schools in 11238, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 11238, NY include Benjamin Banneker Academy and Gotham Professional Arts Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 11238?
3 public high schools are located in 11238.
What is the racial composition of students in 11238?
11238 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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