Best Public Schools in Zip Code 11204

The zip code 11204 in Brooklyn, New York is home to 14 schools, including 11 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school. These schools serve a predominantly low-income population, with free and reduced-price lunch rates ranging from 39% to 90%.

Among the standout schools in this area are Brooklyn School of Inquiry and Success Academy Charter School - Bensonhurst, which consistently rank among the top elementary schools in New York state with exceptional proficiency rates in English Language Arts and Math. Another high-performing school is PS 247, which has a 5-star rating from SchoolDigger and ranks in the top 15% of New York elementary schools. In contrast, some schools like PS 48 Mapleton struggle with lower proficiency rates.

The data also reveals significant disparities in performance and resources across the schools in this area. While some schools like Junior High School 227 Edward B Shallow excel in Regents exams, others lag behind. Per-student spending ranges from $15,306 at Success Academy Charter School - Bensonhurst to $135,267 at PS 231, indicating uneven resource allocation. These findings suggest the need for further investigation and action to address issues of educational equity within the New York City Geographic District #20 and New York City Geographic District #21.