Brooklyn School of ExcellenceK–12 College Preparatory · Brooklyn, New York
Middle- and high-school students at their desks during a math competition at BSE

A K–12 College-Preparatory Schoolfor Advanced Learners.

An academically challenging, highly individualized education that helps each student find their strengths, develop their talents and prepare for college and beyond.

  • Cognia Accredited
  • NYSED-Recognized Nonpublic School
  • Licensed Gifted & Talented Program

02 Outcomes

Results, Class by Class.

Each graduating class is reported separately, and every figure says what it measures. Numbers are as reported by the school.

Read the full results

Class of 2026

2025–2026 graduating class, results as reported by BSE

100%Graduation rate
Seniors in the class who graduated.
100%College acceptance
Graduates admitted to at least one college or university.
$400K+Scholarship awards and offers
Total offered to the class. May count several offers to one student; not money accepted or paid out.

Class of 2025

2024–2025 statistics as published by BSE

100%Graduation rate
Seniors in the class who graduated.
100%College acceptance
Graduates admitted to at least one college or university.
92%First-choice acceptance
Students accepted to their first-choice college or university.
1510Average SAT score
Average of the class's reported SAT scores.
77%Nominated for AP courses
Students nominated for Advanced Placement courses.

Class of 2026 results as reported by BSE for the 2025–2026 graduating class. Scholarship totals may include multiple offers per student and are not funds accepted or disbursed. Class of 2025 figures are the 2024–2025 statistics published by the school.

Accepted, Class of 2025

  • Princeton University
  • University of Pennsylvania
  • Cornell University
  • New York University
  • Boston University
  • Georgia Tech
  • University of Pittsburgh
  • Rutgers University
  • Penn State
  • Florida State University
  • University at Buffalo (SUNY)
  • City University of New York
  • Pratt Institute

Student Achievements

Competition results and recognitions our students earned, from AMC math to Carnegie Hall. Pick a department to see each year's results.

Mathematics

  1. American Mathematics Competition (AMC)

    7 Top 10% Merit awards, 4 Honorable Mentions, 15 Top 20%-in-Region awards.

  2. Math Kangaroo — Top 20% in the Country

    Quinn Chen, Alexander Fink, Leo Slobodnyak, Alexandra Shutova, Elizaveta Shutova, Rose Gorelik, Albert Shnir, Nellie Varisova, Martin Peysakhov.

  3. Ongoing Programs

    International Math Madness, BSE Mathematics Competition, STEM Competitions, Engineering & Design Challenges, Scientific Research Projects, Environmental Science Competitions, Logic & Problem-Solving Olympiads.

03 Admissions

How Admission Works

Six steps, most of them conversations. We accept students during the school year when there is room in your child's grade.

  1. 1

    Inquiry

    Send the short inquiry form, or call, email or WhatsApp the office.

  2. 2

    School Tour

    Visit BSE and see our educational model at work.

  3. 3

    Student & Family Interview

    We learn about your child's background, interests, needs and goals.

  4. 4

    Parent Meeting

    Together we decide whether BSE is the right environment.

  5. 5

    Trial Day

    Applicants may be invited to join a school day.

  6. 6

    Decision

    You receive a decision and enrollment instructions.

Start with a Short Inquiry

No documents yet. Tell us who your child is and what you'd like to do next.

Takes a minute. The admissions office replies within one school day with next steps. Prefer paper? Download the registration packet (PDF).

Beyond the Classroom

Twenty-plus programs run inside the building, several of them full schools of their own. Students do not have to leave BSE to find their thing.

  1. 13NovEnd of First Marking PeriodMarking PeriodMarking period
  2. 19NovEvening Parent-Teacher ConferencesParentsParents
  3. 20NovAfternoon Parent-Teacher ConferencesParentsParents
  4. 26–27NovThanksgiving RecessSchool ClosedSchool closed
  5. 25DecChristmas DaySchool ClosedSchool closed
  6. 30–8Dec–JanWinter RecessStudents report back on January 11th.School closed
  7. 16JanSchool Community DayCommunityCommunity
  8. 20JanEnd of Second Marking PeriodMarking PeriodMarking period
  9. 23JanWinter Music Concert and Art ExhibitionConcert, ArtConcert
  10. 15FebStaff Development DaySchool Closed, StaffSchool closed
  11. 18MarParent-Teacher ConferencesNo after-school program on this day.School
  12. 20MarSchool Community DayCommunityCommunity
  13. 15AprEnd of Third Marking PeriodMarking PeriodMarking period
  14. 22–30AprSpring RecessCamp available per request.School closed

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Questions Families Ask

How do I apply?

Start with the short admissions inquiry form on this page, or contact the school by phone, email or WhatsApp. The office will walk you through the next steps; you will also submit transcripts, letters of recommendation and test scores.

What testing and methodology do you use?

We use a variety of assessments to follow each student's progress and tailor teaching to their needs. Teachers use a student-centered method with hands-on learning, technology and real-world applications.

Where is the school?

23 Brighton 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11235.

Do you offer after-school care?

Yes. The after-school program is a safe, structured place to finish homework, join supervised activities and spend time with friends.

Do you have transportation?

Yes, we offer transportation to and from school.

Do you provide meals?

Yes. Lunch and snacks are provided at school for K–12 students.

BSE students and teachers on the school lawn

Let's Talk About Your Child's Future.

23 Brighton 11th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11235, two blocks from the Brighton Beach boardwalk.