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Brooklyn College Academy

350 CONEY ISLAND AVENUE

At a Glance

A sought-after K-8 screened school where teachers and parents alike report exceptional trust and instruction quality

Best suited for

Families who value strong school community and trust relationships, are comfortable with competitive screened admissions, and want a K-8 option in an affluent, education-focused neighborhood. Parents should have realistic expectations given the low acceptance rate and be prepared for a school that serves a more diverse student body than the surrounding neighborhood demographics.

What stands out
  • Exceptional trust metrics: 100% teacher instruction quality, 100% teacher-principal trust, 98% teacher collegial trust
  • Zero suspensions — discipline approach appears highly restorative
  • Highly competitive admissions: 2,081 applicants for 133 seats (6.2% offer rate)
  • Screened K-8 model in District 15, a high-performing district
  • 18% IEP population served with strong climate outcomes
Things to consider
  • Academic proficiency scores not provided — difficult to assess academic performance compared to peers
  • Program richness (56/100) lags behind some district peers
  • Very low offer rate means most applicants are not admitted — have a backup plan
  • Neighborhood is affluent and high-achieving — school may face pressure to match neighborhood expectations
  • Survey response rates are modest (27% families, 33 teachers) — smaller sample sizes

Based on 2024-2025 data

School SummaryDistrict 15

Brooklyn College Academy sits in District 15, one of the city's highest-performing districts with peer schools averaging 90-95 on quality reviews. Without available test score data, direct comparison is difficult, but the school's climate and trust metrics rank among the strongest in the region. The screened admissions model places it among the district's most sought-after options despite moderate program richness.

AcademicsSteady

Academic proficiency data was not available in this dataset. The school offers AP courses, humanities, and world languages including Spanish, with ELL support for multilingual learners. At 56/100, the program's richness score sits slightly below district peers, though the screened admissions model suggests a student body that may supplement classroom instruction with external academic support.

Culturestrong

This is a school where the numbers tell a striking story: zero suspensions, 100% teacher instruction quality ratings, and trust scores between 93-100% across parent-teacher, teacher-principal, and collegial dimensions. Parent satisfaction at 95% exceeds the district average. With 18% of students receiving IEP services, the school appears to maintain inclusive practices while achieving strong climate outcomes. The survey response rates (27% families, 33 teachers) are modest but reflect engagement from a committed community.

Community

The student body is predominantly Black (71%) with significant Hispanic representation (13%), set against a neighborhood that is 73% college-educated with a 6.7% poverty rate — among the lowest in the city. The diversity index of 50% reflects moderate demographic variety. With 18% IEP students and economic need at 54.2%, the school serves a mix of higher-need students within an affluent community context.

NeighborhoodWindsor Terrace-South Slope

Windsor Terrace-South Slope is a family-oriented neighborhood with strong education orientation (78.93 percentile), high transit access (65.13), and relatively low crime density for Brooklyn. Median home values exceed $1.2 million, and the area features single-family homes, brownstones, and local parks. The neighborhood's high BA+ rate (73%) and low poverty (6.7%) create an environment where academic expectation runs high.

The area is walkable with good transit connections. Families from across the district and beyond compete for seats, so commute varies by where families live relative to the school.

Survey Results

Family Feedback
Satisfaction
95%
Teacher Trust
93%
Principal Trust
97%
Teacher Perspective
Instruction
100%
Principal Trust
100%
Collegial Trust
98%

NYC School Survey (2025) · 168 families responded (27% rate)

Programs & Activities

Academic(2)
AP CoursesHumanities
Sports(2)
BasketballVolleyball
Language(2)
ELL SupportSpanish

Admissions Demand

Brooklyn College AcademyHighly Competitive

Brooklyn College Academy High School is an Early College School that provides a challenging high school curriculum in addition to a rigorous college program at Brooklyn College. Brooklyn College Academy students receive a substantial head start when applying to college, by graduating with a minimum of 12 to 50 college credits. This opportunity is maximized by students spending their last two years of high school on Brooklyn College Campus where they enjoy an actual college experience.

Seats133
Applicants2,081
Apps/Seat15.6
Offer Rate6.2%

Racial & Ethnic Diversity

Moderate
13%Hispanic/Latino
71%Black
5%White
7%Asian

NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23

Economic Need & Special Populations

Economic Need Index
54.2%
IEP Students
17.5%

Discipline

0suspensions

NYSED Student & Educator Database

Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brooklyn College Academy a good school?
Published quality ratings aren't available for Brooklyn College Academy yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades Pre-K to 8 in Windsor Terrace-South Slope.
What grades does Brooklyn College Academy serve?
Brooklyn College Academy serves grades Pre-K to 8.
How do students get into Brooklyn College Academy?
Brooklyn College Academy is a screened school — it admits by application, weighing grades, attendance, and sometimes a test or interview.
Is Brooklyn College Academy public, charter, or private?
Brooklyn College Academy is a public school in NYC Community School District 15.
What neighborhood is Brooklyn College Academy in?
Brooklyn College Academy is in Windsor Terrace-South Slope, Brooklyn.
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