The Brooklyn School for Math and Research

State test scores show 45.93% ELA proficiency and 43.24% math proficiency, both below the District 32 averages — meaning students are performing below their peers across the district. With 80.8% economic need among the student body, many students arrive needing extra support to close gaps. The school offers AP courses and a robust STEM program including robotics and coding, but the data suggests acceleration in standardized testing isn't this school's strength.

This is where the school shines. Parent satisfaction sits at 95%, teacher instruction quality scores are 93% (well above the district average of 86%), and trust between families and staff is exceptionally high — 95% for parent-teacher trust and 95% for parent-principal trust. Teacher collegial trust is strong at 94%, though teacher-principal trust is notably lower at 76%, suggesting some tension in the administrative relationship that doesn't necessarily trickle down to families. The most striking stat: zero suspensions in the data period, meaning the school has found ways to address behavior without removing students from the building — a sign of restorative practices or strong student-teacher relationships.

The student body is predominantly Black (44%) and Hispanic (42%), reflecting the surrounding Bushwick neighborhood demographics. With a diversity index of 62% and only 4% white students, this is a school serving predominantly students of color in a working-class community. Economic need is high at 80.8%, and 17% of students have IEPs — the school serves a meaningful population of students with special needs. The small enrollment of 368 creates an intimate community where families report high satisfaction.

Bushwick is a densely populated, transit-rich neighborhood in north Brooklyn with excellent subway access (89.66 transit score) and a strong family presence (82.76 family density score). However, safety scores are low (23.75) and the poverty rate sits at 23.9%, with median household income at $67,099 — below citywide averages. Education orientation is moderate (48.66), suggesting this isn't a neighborhood defined by elite academic culture. The area has seen significant gentrification pressures, with median home values at $949,127, though homeownership remains low at 20.5%. Families should expect an urban environment with good transit but some safety considerations.

Bushwick is highly walkable with excellent subway access, making it manageable for students to commute without a car. Families in the surrounding blocks can walk, while those from further afield benefit from strong transit options.