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Curriculum Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum
Taught languages English
Typical class size 21
Strengths 98% AP pass rate, 1492 average SAT, 54% to top-25 universities, Subject Expert Teachers, Globally benchmarked curriculum
Clubs Chess, Athletics, Summer Camps
Stages Pre-School, Elementary, Middle School, High School
Introduction
BASIS Independent Brooklyn is a private PreK-12 school across two campuses in Brooklyn, New York. The school features a globally benchmarked curriculum with Subject Expert Teachers, a 98% AP exam pass rate, an average SAT score of 1492, and 54% of graduates admitted to top-25 national universities.
556 Columbia St, Brooklyn, NY 11231, United States
The Essentials
Basis Independent Brooklyn - Upper School has 680 pupils, typical class sizes of 21, instruction in English.
Location
Lower School (PreK-Grade 2) at 405 Gold Street, Brooklyn. Upper School (Grade 3-12) at 556 Columbia Street, Brooklyn.
Stages
PreK through Grade 12.
Type
BASIS Independent Brooklyn is a private co-educational day school.
Academics
Basis Independent Brooklyn - Upper School teaches Advanced Placement (AP), American Curriculum for students aged 4 to 18.
Curriculum
Globally benchmarked PreK-12 curriculum with Subject Expert Teachers and Learning Expert Teachers. AP coursework and capstone courses in high school. Consistently ranked as one of the best high school programmes in the US.
Exam Results
98% AP pass rate. Average SAT score: 1492/1600 (Class of 2025). 54% admitted to top-25 national universities.
Higher Education Progression
54% of graduates admitted to top-25 national universities.
Admissions
Admissions
Open houses in spring. Online inquiry and application process.
FAQs
What grades does BASIS Brooklyn serve?
PreK through Grade 12.
What is the AP pass rate?
98% (2025).
What is the average SAT score?
1492 out of 1600 (Class of 2025).
What percentage go to top universities?
54% are admitted to top-25 national universities.
Are there two campuses?
Yes, Lower School at 405 Gold St and Upper School at 556 Columbia St.
What is a Subject Expert Teacher?
Teachers specialise in their subject area, complemented by Learning Expert Teachers.
Are summer programmes offered?
Yes, day camps, specialty camps, and virtual courses.
Is there a chess team?
Yes, a chess team is offered.
How do I apply?
Through the online application or by attending an open house.
