Best Public Schools in Zip Code 11212


Summary:

The 11212 zip code area of Brooklyn, New York is home to 37 schools, including 19 elementary schools, 8 middle schools, 8 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. This diverse set of educational institutions serves the local community, with a focus on providing quality education to students.

Among the standout schools in the area, PS 770 New American Academy ranks in the top 20% of New York elementary schools, with over 80% of students proficient in English Language Arts and Math. Brownsville Collaborative Middle School also stands out, ranking in the top 30% of New York middle schools and boasting an impressive 90% proficiency rate in Math. Additionally, the Brownsville Ascend Charter School and Leadership Preparatory Ocean Hill Charter School have high graduation rates (84.3%) and relatively low dropout rates (4.9%) compared to the district average.

While the data reveals a mix of performance across the schools, with some significantly outperforming the district and state averages, others struggle, particularly in Math. The high rates of chronic absenteeism, even at the higher-performing schools, is a concern and likely contributes to the achievement gaps. Additionally, the extremely high rates of economic disadvantage across the schools, with the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch ranging from 49.83% to 99.3%, underscores the significant challenges faced by students and families in this community. Targeted investments and support services may be needed to address the impacts of poverty and provide equitable opportunities for all students in the New York City Geographic District #17 and New York City Geographic District #23.








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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau, the WNYC and the New York State Department of Health and the NY State Education Department.

IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS: Not all boundaries are included. We make every effort to ensure that boundaries are up-to-date. But it's important to note that these are approximations and are for general informational purposes only. To verify legal descriptions of boundaries or school locations, contact your local tax assessor's office and/or school district.





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