Serving 147 students in grades 6-8, Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the New York state average of 52%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the New York state average of 49%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 147 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-59% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees)'s student population of 147 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
147 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,346 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.73. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#3587 out of 4346 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
52%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
49%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-59%
78%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
11:1
American Indian
2%
1%
Asian
2%
10%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
67%
15%
White
n/a
39%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
55%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
2%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees)'s ranking?
Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) is ranked #3587 out of 4,346 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 52% NY state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees)?
147 students attend Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees).
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees)?
Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) offer ?
Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) part of?
Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) is part of New York City Geographic District #23.
In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) located?
Brooklyn Environmental Exploration School (Bees) is located in the Ocean Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 14 other public schools located in Ocean Hill.
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