For the 2025-26 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,440 students in 11238, NY.
The top ranked public high schools in 11238, NY are Benjamin Banneker Academy and Gotham Professional Arts Academy. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 11238 have an average math proficiency score of 47% (versus the New York public high school average of 55%), and reading proficiency score of 95% (versus the 59% statewide average). High schools in 11238, NY have an average ranking of 7/10, which is in the top 50% of New York public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 11238 have a Graduation Rate of 94%, which is more than the New York average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Benjamin Banneker Academy, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in New York or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high school average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
Best 11238, NY Public High Schools (2025-26)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Benjamin Banneker Academy
(Math: 45-49% | Reading: ≥95%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
71-77 Clinton Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 797-3702
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 797-3702
Gr: 9-12 | 835 students Student-teacher ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: #22.
Gotham Professional Arts Academy
(Math: ≥50% | Reading: 40-59% )
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
561 Grand Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 230-7270
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 230-7270
Gr: 9-12 | 243 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Rank: n/an/a
P.s. 753 School For Career Development
Special Education School
510 Clermont Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-4646
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-4646
Gr: 9-12 | 362 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1 Minority enrollment: 95%
11238, New York Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
227 Sterling Place
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-5516
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-5516
Gr: 6-8 | 362 students
80 Underhill Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 638-1740
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 638-1740
Gr: 6-8 | 29 students Student-teacher ratio: 7:1
433 St Marks Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-4503
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 857-4503
Gr: 5 | 22 students Student-teacher ratio: 4:1
170 Gates Ave
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 789-5835
Brooklyn, NY 11238
(718) 789-5835
Gr: 8 | 59 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 98%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top ranked public high schools in 11238, NY?
The top ranked public high schools in 11238, NY include Benjamin Banneker Academy and Gotham Professional Arts Academy.
How many public high schools are located in 11238?
3 public high schools are located in 11238.
What is the racial composition of students in 11238?
11238 public high schools minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is more than the New York public high schools average of 61% (majority Hispanic).
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