At a Glance
A hyper-selective screened school where near-universal trust and zero suspensions define daily life in family-heavy Park Slope
Families who value a rigorous, screened environment with a collegiate feel; parents who prioritize trust and communication over extensive extracurricular programming; families comfortable in an urban neighborhood with variable safety metrics; those seeking strong humanities and college-prep focus over specialized STEM or arts intensive tracks.
- 2.9% offer rate — among the most selective nonspecialized high schools in NYC
- Zero suspensions — exceptional discipline record in a screened school
- Near-universal parent and teacher trust (98-99% trust ratings)
- Strong arts and humanities programming alongside AP courses
- Rich athletics including fencing, swimming, and table tennis
- Academic proficiency data not available, so college-readiness outcomes are difficult to assess
- PTA fundraising ($272/student) runs below District 15 average ($491), suggesting fewer enrichment dollars
- ELL support exists but limited language program detail provided
- Safety score in the neighborhood is low (37/100) — families should visit to assess comfort
- Only 25% family survey response rate means the glowing satisfaction numbers come from engaged subset
Based on 2024-25 data
School SummaryDistrict 15
In a district full of high-performing schools — where peer schools like P.S. 172 and Success Academy Charter Cobble Hill score 95/100 — Millennium Brooklyn occupies a unique niche as a screened high school, not an elementary school. District 15 is intensely competitive, and this school sits at the top of the high school preference list for thousands of families. Without test score data, direct academic ranking is impossible, but the sheer demand signals strong parent confidence.
Academic proficiency data is not available for this school year, so a direct comparison to District 15's 65% ELA and 63% Math averages isn't possible. However, the school's screened admissions model suggests a student body that's academically oriented, and the AP course offerings indicate college-prep rigor. The humanities and world languages programs round out a traditional academic trajectory.
This is where Millennium Brooklyn truly stands apart. Parent satisfaction hits 96%, parent-teacher trust reaches 98%, and parent-principal trust is nearly universal at 99%. Teachers report 96% instruction quality and 95% trust in leadership — numbers that signal a school where adults are aligned and families feel heard. Most strikingly, there were zero suspensions in the most recent year, suggesting either exceptional behavior management, a strong restorative culture, or both. The day-to-day feel appears collaborative and trusting, though the modest family survey response rate (25%) means these strong numbers come from a subset of engaged parents.
With 672 students across grades 9-12, Millennium Brooklyn is a mid-sized high school with a demographics profile that mirrors Park Slope's relative affluence: 42% White, 21% Asian, 15% Hispanic, 11% Black, with a 73% diversity index. The 45% economic need index sits below many District 15 schools but isn't negligible — nearly half the student body faces some economic challenge. The 17% IEP population indicates standard special education services. This isn't a school serving only high-income families; there's meaningful socioeconomic variety within a predominantly educated community.
Park Slope is one of Brooklyn's most family-saturated neighborhoods — the family density score in the 97th percentile reflects that reality. Education orientation ranks in the 94th percentile, meaning most families here prioritize schooling. Transit access is excellent (79th percentile), making the school reachable without a car. However, the safety score of 37 out of 100 is notably low, and crime density numbers are elevated — this is a factor families should weigh. The neighborhood offers abundant parks, strong commercial corridors, and a built-in network of other families with school-age children.
Park Slope is highly walkable, and the school draws students from across the district. Many families walk or bike; others use the excellent subway access. The low safety score suggests evening and weekend caution around the neighborhood, but school commute during daytime hours is generally manageable.
Survey Results
NYC School Survey (2025) · 168 families responded (25% rate)
Programs & Activities
Admissions Demand
Priority given to students who are eligible for Free or Reduced Price Lunch (based on family income) for up to 50% of seats.
Racial & Ethnic Diversity
NYC DOE InfoHub · 2022-23
PTA Fundraising
Source: DOE Local Law 171 disclosure
Economic Need & Special Populations
Discipline
NYSED Student & Educator Database
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Millennium Brooklyn HS a good school?
- Published quality ratings aren't available for Millennium Brooklyn HS yet on Motley. It's a public school serving grades 9 to 12 in Park Slope.
- What grades does Millennium Brooklyn HS serve?
- Millennium Brooklyn HS serves grades 9 to 12.
- How do students get into Millennium Brooklyn HS?
- Millennium Brooklyn HS is a screened school — it admits by application, weighing grades, attendance, and sometimes a test or interview.
- Is Millennium Brooklyn HS public, charter, or private?
- Millennium Brooklyn HS is a public school in NYC Community School District 15.
- What neighborhood is Millennium Brooklyn HS in?
- Millennium Brooklyn HS is in Park Slope, Brooklyn.
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