For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public middle schools serving 3,165 students in the neighborhood of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY.
The top-ranked public middle schools in Bensonhurst are Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow, I.s. 96 Seth Low and Brooklyn Studio Secondary School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
The neighborhood of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY public middle schools have an average math proficiency score of 52% (versus the New York public middle school average of 51%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 51% statewide average).
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public middle school average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Middle Schools in the neighborhood of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow
(Math: 59% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
6500 16th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11204
(718) 256-8218
Brooklyn, NY 11204
(718) 256-8218
Gr: 6-8 | 1,327 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 88%
Rank: #22.
I.s. 96 Seth Low
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 47%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
99 Ave P
Brooklyn, NY 11204
(718) 236-1344
Brooklyn, NY 11204
(718) 236-1344
Gr: 6-8 | 851 students Student-teacher ratio: 8:1 Minority enrollment: 66%
Rank: #33.
Brooklyn Studio Secondary School
(Math: 39% | Reading: 51%)
Rank:
Rank:
5/
Bottom 50%10
8310 21st Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11214
(718) 266-5032
Brooklyn, NY 11214
(718) 266-5032
Gr: 6-12 | 892 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 60%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public middle schools in the neighborhood of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY?
The top-ranked public middle schools in the neighborhood of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, NY include Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow, I.s. 96 Seth Low and Brooklyn Studio Secondary School.
How many public middle schools are located in the neighborhood of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn?
3 public middle schools are located in the neighborhood of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn.
What is the racial composition of students in the neighborhood of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn?
the neighborhood of Bensonhurst, Brooklyn public middle schools minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the New York public middle schools average of 64% (majority Hispanic).
Recent Articles
The School Choice Comparison Worksheet: 15 Factors Beyond Test Scores
Compare public schools with confidence using this 15-factor worksheet that looks beyond test scores to school culture, programs, safety, and student support.
Boundary Changes and Rezoning: How to Protect Your Child's School Plan
Learn why school boundary changes happen, how rezoning affects families, and the practical steps parents can take to protect their child's educational plan.
Teacher Turnover: How to Read the Warning Signs
Learn how to identify warning signs of teacher turnover, what causes frequent staff changes, and how parents can evaluate school stability.