Brownsville Collaborative Middle School

Grades 6-8 · 85 WATKINS STREET · Brooklyn

GREGORY JACKSON, Principal · 718-495-1202

About

Brownsville Collaborative Middle School, serving grades 6-8, is recognized for its focus on Agriculture and Technology, aiming to provide students with a competitive edge through a wide array of Regents courses and hands-on experiences. The school demonstrates strong academic performance in mathematics, with 77% of students achieving proficiency, which is well above the citywide median. English Language Arts proficiency is near the citywide median at 53%. The curriculum is enriched with programs like STEM robotics, hydroponics, entrepreneurship, and a variety of extracurriculars including dance, martial arts, culinary arts, and a Broadway Jr. program. Parents express overwhelmingly positive sentiment regarding the school environment. The school is noted for its unique "culture of learning," often featuring multiple educators in classrooms to facilitate small group instruction. Facilities include hydroponic labs and technology labs with 3D printers. The campus is accessible to families seven days a week until 10 PM, fostering a strong community connection. While students generally feel safe with safety agents, some survey responses indicate concerns about school cleanliness, bullying, and physical altercations. The school shares a building with PS 298 and is partially accessible.

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Where graduates go next^[2]

· A-Tech High School
· W. H. Maxwell Career and Technical Education High School

High schools this school’s graduates most commonly attend.

Academics

State test proficiency rates and acceleration.

ELA proficiency

53%

Math proficiency

77%

Academic paceBalancedhigh confidence

Proficiency rates are from the Grade 3–8 NYS state test (school-level).

Attendance rate

97%

Avg class size (general ed)

Avg class size (ICT)

23.62

Average class size by classroom setting: general education vs. ICT (Integrated Co-Teaching, where general- and special-education students learn together with two teachers). NYC DOE Class Size Report, 2021–22.

Accelerated & honors courses^[1]

Middle School Algebra ACC
Middle School Biology ACC
Middle School ELA ACC
Middle School Framework US History ACC
World Languages (Middle School)
World Languages (Middle School Accelerated)

High-school-credit or accelerated coursework offered.

Electives, clubs & activities^[1]

Electives: Advisory, Algebra I, Art, Band, Book Club, Chess, Chorus, Coding, Computer Science, Cooking, Dance, Debate, Drama, Drumline, Engineering, Fitness, Foreign Language, Game Design, Health, Journalism, LEGO Robotics, Living Environment, Marching Band, Martial Arts, Math, Math Team, Mindfulness, Musical Theater, Newspaper, Peer Mediation, Performing Arts, Physical Education, Regents Living Environment, Robotics, Saturday Academy, Science, Spanish, Specialized High School Test Preparation, STEM, Student Council, Technology, Theater, Urban Advantage, US History, Web Design, Yearbook, Yoga
Clubs & activities: Art, Band, Book Club, Chess, Choir, Coding, Cooking, Dance, Debate, Drama, Engineering, Gardening, Glee Club, Green Team, Homework Help, Latin Dance, Leadership, Lego Robotics, Math Team, Musical Theater, Peer Mediation, Photography, Restorative Circles, Robotics, Saturday Academy, School Newspaper, Science Club, Service Learning, Spelling Bee, STEM, Step Team, Student Council, Talent Show, Technology, Theater, Tutoring, Video Game Club, Yearbook, Yoga

Offerings vary year to year.

Arts offerings^[1]

Dance Foundations and History

Arts and music courses offered.

Sports & PSAL teams

^[5]

2 teams offered.

Boys

Basketball

Other

Outdoor Track

CHAMPS teams (middle-school recreational) are highlighted.

Community & climate

Demographics, attendance, school survey results, and DOE quality ratings.

Quality signals

FacultyGoodAI-estimated

InstructionGood

DOE quality-rating labels are skewed across the system; read them relative to the citywide distribution in our methodology.

Parent survey · overall positive

84%13% response rate

Student survey · overall positive

68%34% response rate

Survey topics

Safety62%city 75%

Conflicts are resolved fairly in this school.57%
I feel safe…outside around this school.48%
I feel safe…traveling between home and this school.73%
I feel safe…in the hallways, bathrooms, locker rooms, and cafeteria of this school.70%
I feel safe…in my classes at this school.89%
School Safety Agents promote a safe and respectful environment.74%
At this school students drink alcohol, use illegal drugs, or abuse prescription drugs.62%
At this school students get into physical fights.30%
At this school there is gang activity.54%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (62%) is their average, vs 75% citywide.

Bullying prevention38%city 59%

At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate other students.28%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of their race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, language/accent, or citizenship/immigration status.40%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of their gender, gender identity, gender expression, or sexual orientation.48%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other because of other differences, like different body type or disability.40%
At this school students harass, bully, or intimidate each other online (through mobile phones, social media, email, or other forms of electronic communication).35%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (38%) is their average, vs 59% citywide.

Emotional support59%city 61%

I know where to go at my school if I need additional support with my mental-health.79%
During this school year, most days I have felt happy when at school.71%
During this school year, most days I have felt safe when at school.73%
During this school year, most days I have felt optimistic when at school.70%
During this school year, most days I have felt bored when at school.28%
During this school year, most days I have felt stressed when at school.33%
During this school year, most days I have felt worried when at school.55%
There is time at school to talk about feelings and emotions.61%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (59%) is their average, vs 61% citywide.

Personal attention68%city 67%

In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…ask if I have everything that I need to succeed in their class.69%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…give me specific suggestions about how I can improve my work in class.71%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…explain things a different way if I don't understand something in class.71%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers…support me when I am upset.52%
Adults at this school check in with me frequently about how I’m doing personally.56%
Adults at this school check in with me frequently about how I’m doing academically.80%
I feel like I belong at this school.79%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (68%) is their average, vs 67% citywide.

Academic expectations73%city 66%

The classes at this school prepare me for the next step in my education.93%
In how many of your classes …are you challenged?.54%
In how many of your classes …do your teachers have high expectations for you?.76%
In how many of your classes …are you encouraged to work in small groups?.67%
In how many of your classes …do your teachers want you to become better thinkers, not just memorize things?.89%
In how many of your classes …do you get so focused on learning during class activities that you lose track of time?.60%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (73%) is their average, vs 66% citywide.

Clear instruction68%city 73%

In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? My teachers make learning expectations clear.57%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? Class assignments are purposeful in learning the course content.64%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? The work I do in class is good preparation for class assignments, projects, and assessments.77%
In how many of your classes, this school year, do YOU feel the following statement is true? I learn a lot from feedback on my work.72%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (68%) is their average, vs 73% citywide.

College & career guidance84%city 80%

This school provides me with guidance on the high school application process.87%
This school provides my family with guidance on the high school application process.80%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (84%) is their average, vs 80% citywide.

Family outreach92%city 94%

School staff regularly communicate with me about how I can help my child learn.92%
Teachers work closely with me to meet my child's needs.85%
My child's school communicates with me in a language that I can understand.92%
I am greeted warmly when I contact or visit the school.100%
My child's school will make me aware if there are any concerns about my child’s social or emotional well-being.92%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (92%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.

Student–teacher trust79%city 82%

There is at least one adult at my school that I can confide in.86%
My teachers are open to students' ideas, suggestions, and comments.85%
My teachers always do what they say they will do.60%
My teachers treat me with respect.83%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (79%) is their average, vs 82% citywide.

Parent–teacher trust95%city 95%

I feel respected by my child's teachers.100%
Staff at this school work hard to build trusting relationships with parents/guardians like me.85%
My child's teachers treat me as a partner in educating my child.100%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (95%) is their average, vs 95% citywide.

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Collaborative Teachers

Cultural Awareness and Inclusive Classroom Instruction84%city 85%

My teachers use examples of students’ different races and cultures in their lessons to make learning more meaningful for me.83%
My teachers use examples of students’ different backgrounds and families in their lessons to make learning more meaningful for me.66%
I see a variety of races, ethnicities, cultures, and backgrounds positively represented in the curriculum.94%
I see a variety of genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations positively represented in the curriculum.77%
At this school, we have productive conversations about race and racism where I feel my voice is heard.73%
My teachers treat students of different races, cultures, or backgrounds equally.93%
My teachers treat students of different genders, gender identities and expressions and sexual orientations equally.88%
I feel that my teachers respect my culture, background, and identity.94%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (84%) is their average, vs 85% citywide.

Supportive Environment

Conflict Resolution72%city 79%

When a conflict arises, school staff use questions to encourage reflection and resolve it.72%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (72%) is their average, vs 79% citywide.

Effective School Leadership

Inclusive Leadership93%city 93%

The principal/school leader at this school…puts decisions made with families into action.100%
The principal/school leader at this school…works to create a sense of community in the school.85%
The principal/school leader at this school…ensures families are comfortable communicating with the school.92%
I have the opportunity to work with adults at this school to make decisions in important areas that impact my life (e.g. instruction, safety, conflict resolution, etc.).95%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (93%) is their average, vs 93% citywide.

Strong Family-Community Ties

Parent Involvement in School64%city 63%

Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…communicated with your child's teachers about your child's performance?.92%
Since the beginning of the school year, how often have you…seen your child’s projects, artwork, homework, tests, or quizzes?.69%
I know how to contact the Parent Coordinator at my child’s school.31%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (64%) is their average, vs 63% citywide.

Trust

Parent-Principal Trust87%city 94%

I feel respected by my child's principal/school leader.85%
I trust the principal/school leader at their word (to do what they say that they will do).85%
The principal/school leader is an effective manager who makes the school run smoothly.92%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (87%) is their average, vs 94% citywide.

Student-Student Trust56%city 70%

Most students at this school treat each other with respect.47%
Most students treat students from different cultures or backgrounds equally.64%

Each question’s favorable response rate; the topic score (56%) is their average, vs 70% citywide.

Overall positive % is averaged across every Pos/Neg survey question per respondent group (school year 2023-2024). Survey topics are the DOE’s framework measures (each the average favorable response across its questions; expand a topic to see them and the citywide average); the dimension scores themselves are no longer in the public data file.^[3]

Operational health

Attendance

97%

Chronic absenteeism

54%

Suspension rate

Teachers^[7]

Teachers with 4+ years' experience

35%

Students per teacher

12:1

Teaching out of certification

52%

Teacher experience and certification from the NYSED School Report Card (2024–25); students per teacher = enrollment ÷ reported teachers. Fewer than 4 years counts as inexperienced.

Student body

Race / ethnicity^[4]

Black 58%
Hispanic 41%
Multiracial 1%

School-level totals; may not sum to 100% due to rounding and small subgroup suppression.

Gender^[4]

Female 45%
Male 55%

Female / male shares as published by the DOE; other gender identities aren’t reported in the source data.

Enrollment

271

Economic Need Index

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Free / reduced lunch

95%

English learners

14%

Students with IEPs

34%

Admissions

Seats, applicants, and admissions method from the most recent cycle. Where the school enrolls separate tracks (general ed, students with disabilities, specialized education), each track is shown on its own row, with its priority order beneath it.