Brooklyn Brownstone School vs Nelson Mandela High School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in New York, United States, 479 m apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Brooklyn Brownstone School
Brooklyn · Public elementary · Grades PK–5
352 students
Nelson Mandela High School
Brooklyn · Public high · Grades 9–12
138 students
| Measure | Brooklyn Brownstone School Brooklyn, New York | Nelson Mandela High School Brooklyn, New York |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 51 Top 50% | 69 Top 25% |
| State rank | #1355 of 2,536 | #743 of 1,079 |
| National rank | #24313 of 50,301 | #3656 of 16,910 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | High |
| Year range | Grades PK–5 | Grades 9–12 |
| Students | 352 | 138 |
| Enrollment | 352 | 138 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.5% | 93.5% |
| Students per teacher | 16.0 | 5.5 |
| Reading proficiency | 62% | 84.5% |
| Math proficiency | 52% | 84.5% |
| city | Brooklyn | Brooklyn |
| state | New York | New York |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Nelson Mandela High School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (68.6 vs 51.2).
- •Nelson Mandela High School does better on math proficiency (84.5% vs 52%).
- •Nelson Mandela High School does better on reading proficiency (84.5% vs 62%).
- •Brooklyn Brownstone School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (81.5% vs 93.5%).
- •Nelson Mandela High School does better on students per teacher (5.5 vs 16.0).
- •Brooklyn Brownstone School is the larger school with 352 students compared with 138.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Brooklyn Brownstone School better than Nelson Mandela High School?
On the Success Index (US), Nelson Mandela High School ranks higher (68.6 vs 51.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Brooklyn Brownstone School and Nelson Mandela High School?
About 479 m in a straight line, between Brooklyn and Brooklyn in New York.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Brooklyn Brownstone School: 352. Nelson Mandela High School: 138. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Brooklyn Brownstone School and Nelson Mandela High School rank in New York?
Brooklyn Brownstone School is 1355th of 2,536 and Nelson Mandela High School is 743rd of 1,079 among elementary schools in New York on the 2025 Success Index (US).