The Brooklyn School for Math and Research: admissions and school facts
The Brooklyn School for Math and Research (DBN 32K168) is a New York City public high school in Bushwick, Brooklyn with one admissions program. Admission: Open. Its average SAT is 975 (2024-25), against a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools. 99% of students graduate in four years.
- Programs
- 1
- Average SAT
- 975
- NYC median 871.5
- 4-year graduation
- 99%
- College and career rate
- 75%
- Students
- 297
- Applicants per seat
- 1
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How to get in
Seats and applicants are from the DOE directory for the Fall 2025 admissions round. Rules can change: confirm them on MySchools.
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Focus: Science & Math
No screening by grades or tests: seats are offered by priority (borough, zone, language) and a random number.
88 seats · 82 applicants · 1 per seat
About the school
The mission at the Brooklyn School for Math and Research is for every graduate to make a relevant contribution to our world. Mastery of mathematics and research provides the foundation for the successful completion of a four-year degree at a college or university, as well as the necessary tools to be career ready. Every graduate of the school will be exposed to rigorous curricula to develop competence, confidence and critical thinking skills - tools that will drive their success.
Courses and languages
AP courses (8): Biology, Calculus AB, Computer Science Principles, English Language and Composition, Research, Seminar, Statistics, United States History
Sports and clubs
Girls: Badminton, Basketball, Softball, Swimming, Volleyball
Boys: Baseball, Basketball, Soccer, Swimming, Volleyball
Clubs: Robotics, Drone Technology, Coding, Battle Bots Club, Video Gaming Club, Chess, Swimming, Cheerleading Club, Badminton Club, Ping Pong Club, Fitness Club, Step Team, Music Club, Choir, National Honor Society, Student Government, Art Club, Coordinators of Student Activities, Homework Resource Lab Club, Movie Club, Self Defense (Karate) Club, Weightlifting Club, Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA)
Students
- Girls
- 36%
- English language learners
- 30%
- Students with disabilities
- 20%
- Economic need index
- 89%
- Asian
- 7%
- Black
- 25%
- Hispanic
- 64%
- White
- 2%
- Multi-racial
- 0%
- Native American
- 1%
What the school community says
Share of positive answers in the 2026 NYC School Survey. This is a DOE survey, not a rating from us.
- Students feel safe
- 77%
- Rigorous instruction
- 52%
- Supportive environment
- 58%
- Family and community ties
- 90%
Location and getting there
- Address
- 400 Irving Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11237
- Neighborhood
- Bushwick
- Subway
- L, M to Myrtle Av
- Bus
- B13, B20, B26, B38, B52, B54, B60, Q55, Q58
- School hours
- 8:10 AM – 3:45 PM
- Building access
- Partially Accessible
Where to check and ask
Common questions
How do you get into The Brooklyn School for Math and Research?
The Brooklyn School for Math and Research admits students through: Open. Families apply by ranking programs on one MySchools application; the application closes December 4, 2026 for fall 2027 entry.
How competitive is The Brooklyn School for Math and Research?
In the Fall 2025 round the school’s programs had 1 applicants per seat. Your real chance also depends on your priority group and admissions method.
What is the average SAT at The Brooklyn School for Math and Research?
The average SAT was 975 in 2024-25, compared with a median of 871.5 across NYC high schools (DOE data, students who took the test).
What is the graduation rate at The Brooklyn School for Math and Research?
99% of students graduate in four years, and the college and career rate is 75% (DOE Fall 2025 directory).
Where is The Brooklyn School for Math and Research and how do you get there?
The school is at 400 Irving Avenue, Brooklyn. Subway: L, M to Myrtle Av. Bus: B13, B20, B26, B38, B52, B54, B60, Q55, Q58.
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Sources: NYC DOE Fall 2025 admissions directory, DOE InfoHub demographics 2025-26, SAT 2024-25, NYC School Survey. School Match is not affiliated with NYC Public Schools. How we calculate chances, and how accurate they are