Best Public Schools in Zip Code 11216


Summary:

The 11216 zip code area of Brooklyn, New York is home to 12 schools, including 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, 2 high schools, and 2 alternative schools. The data reveals a wide range in school performance, with some standout institutions like Bedford Academy High School and Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights excelling, while others like Brooklyn Academy High School struggle.

Bedford Academy High School stands out with a 100% four-year graduation rate, 0% dropout rate, and strong performance on Regents exams. In contrast, Brooklyn Academy High School has a much lower graduation rate of 26.9% and a 7.6% dropout rate. Success Academy Charter School-Prospect Heights and Academy of Arts and Letters demonstrate significantly higher proficiency rates on state assessments compared to the state and New York City Geographic District #13 averages, particularly in Math.

The data also reveals that higher spending per student does not necessarily translate to better academic outcomes. For example, PS 140, which spends the most per student at $77,240, has relatively low test scores compared to other schools in the area. Additionally, several high-poverty schools like PS 93 William H Prescott and Restoration Academy serve student populations with over 90% qualifying for free or reduced-price lunch, highlighting the need for targeted interventions and support to address the unique challenges faced by students in high-poverty areas.








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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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