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Madeleine Brennan School

8010 12th Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11228
(School attendance zone shown in map)
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Serving 1,591 students in grades 6-8, Madeleine Brennan School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the New York state level of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 82% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the New York state average of 60% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,591 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Top 10% in NY
  • : 85% (Top 10%)
  • : 77% (Top 20%)
  • : 87% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Madeleine Brennan School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:

Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools

School Overview

Madeleine Brennan School's student population of 1,591 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 99 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
99 teachers
Year Founded
2022
School Motto
Academic Excellence is the Key to Success!

School Rankings

Madeleine Brennan School ranks within the top 10% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Madeleine Brennan School is 0.56, 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)
#294 out of 4346 schools
(Top 10%)
85%
52%
77%
49%
87%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
11:1
American Indian
1%
1%
Asian
61%
10%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
1%
16%
White
18%
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
3%
All Ethnic Groups
0.56
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
54%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Madeleine Brennan School's ranking?
Madeleine Brennan School is ranked #294 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in New York.
What schools are Madeleine Brennan School often compared to?
Madeleine Brennan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Christa Mcauliffe School /is 187, P.s. 229 Dyker, Junior High School 259 William Mckinley by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Madeleine Brennan School?
1,591 students attend Madeleine Brennan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Madeleine Brennan School students are Asian, 19% of students are Hispanic, 18% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Madeleine Brennan School?
Madeleine Brennan School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Madeleine Brennan School offer ?
Madeleine Brennan School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Madeleine Brennan School part of?
Madeleine Brennan School is part of New York City Geographic District #20 School District.
In what neighborhood is Madeleine Brennan School located?
Madeleine Brennan School is located in the Dyker Heights neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 5 other public schools located in Dyker Heights.

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5   7/1/2019
School is good . Excellent principal who cares about the students. Teachers haven't been so great.
- Posted by Parent - Dan

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: 6-8
  • Enrollment: 1,591 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 82%
  • : Top 10%
  • : 85% (Top 10%)
  • : 77% (Top 20%)
  • : 87% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education

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