Leon M. Goldstein High School for the Sciences

Leon M. Goldstein High School for the Sciences, located on the scenic Kingsborough Community College campus in Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn, is a highly-rated public high school known for its strong academic environment and college preparation. The school offers an intensive curriculum with a significant emphasis on math, science, and computer science, requiring all students to study these subjects annually and take computer science in 9th and 10th grade. Students benefit from a wide array of Advanced Placement courses and College Now classes, with college-level coursework required for all seniors. The school demonstrates strong outcomes, with a 4-year graduation rate of 96%, which is at the 75th percentile citywide, and a college enrollment rate of 88.2%, well above the citywide 75th percentile. Regents pass rates are notably high in English, Algebra II, US History, Global History, and Languages Other Than English, exceeding citywide medians. While some parents describe a demanding workload, the school is generally perceived as having an inclusive and respectful environment. Admission is screened and follows a Diversity in Admissions policy, prioritizing students by zip code.