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Brownsville Collaborative Middle School

85 Watkins St
Brooklyn, NY 11212
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Bottom 50%
Serving 282 students in grades 6-8, Brownsville Collaborative Middle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 282 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50% in NY
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Brownsville Collaborative Middle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

School Overview

Brownsville Collaborative Middle School's student population of 282 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
282 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers

School Rankings

Brownsville Collaborative Middle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (NY)
#2959 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
10-14%
46%
50-54%
49%
60-79%
78%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
n/a
10%
Hispanic
41%
30%
Black
54%
16%
White
2%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.54
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
96%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
2%
3%
School Statewide Testing
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Brownsville Collaborative Middle School's ranking?
Brownsville Collaborative Middle School is ranked #2959 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brownsville Collaborative Middle School?
282 students attend Brownsville Collaborative Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School students are Black, 41% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brownsville Collaborative Middle School?
Brownsville Collaborative Middle School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brownsville Collaborative Middle School offer ?
Brownsville Collaborative Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brownsville Collaborative Middle School part of?
Brownsville Collaborative Middle School is part of New York City Geographic District #23 School District.
In what neighborhood is Brownsville Collaborative Middle School located?
Brownsville Collaborative Middle School is located in the Brownsville neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 28 other public schools located in Brownsville.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 282 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 98%
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 10-14% (Btm 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • : 60-79% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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