Brooklyn Friends School (Top Ranked 糖心原创 for 2026-27)

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Quick Facts (2026-27)

Top Ranked NY School
Grades: Prekindergarten-12
Enrollment: 687 students
Yearly Tuition: $49,000
Average class size: 18 students
Application Deadline: Nov. 30
Source: 鉁�Verified school update

School Rankings

Brooklyn Friends School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:

School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Friends

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-12

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Brooklyn Friends School
Pre-K	79
Kind	41
1	48
2	41
3	41
4	35
5	60
6	51
7	49
8	62
9	38
10	55
11	50
12	37

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Year Founded

1867

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

687 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

22%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

131 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

5:1

National avg.:

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

80%

Average Class Size

18 students

Matriculation DataMatric. Data

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Friends Council on Education (FCE)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Nov. 30

Yearly Tuition Cost

$49,000

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% on Financial Aid

23%

Application URL

Sports

Total Sports Offered

9 sports

Sports

BaseballBasketball

Cross CountrySoccer

SoftballSquash

SwimmingTrack and Field

Volleyball

School Mascot

Bfs Bears

School Notes

Guided by the Quaker belief that there is a Divine Light in everyone, Brooklyn Friends School cultivates an intellectually ambitious and diverse community that celebrates each individual's gifts.
We challenge our students to value and embrace difference as they develop critical thinking skills and apply their knowledge and intelligence both in and out of the classroom.
In this rich learning environment, we inspire all members of our community to voice their convictions, to discover and pursue their passions, and to seek truth.
Our graduates are compassionate, curious, and confident global citizens who let their lives speak in the spirit of leadership and service.

Please visit the school's website for detailed information on application requirements for each division http://www.brooklynfriends.org/admissions.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Brooklyn Friends School cost?

Brooklyn Friends School's tuition is approximately $49,000 for private students.

What schools are Brooklyn Friends School often compared to?

Brooklyn Friends School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Ann's School by visitors of our site.

What sports does Brooklyn Friends School offer?

Brooklyn Friends School offers 9 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Brooklyn Friends School's ranking?

Brooklyn Friends School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Brooklyn Friends School?

The application deadline for Brooklyn Friends School is Nov. 30.

In what neighborhood is Brooklyn Friends School located?

Brooklyn Friends School is located in the Downtown Brooklyn neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 2 other private schools located in Downtown Brooklyn.

School Reviews

5 2/14/2020

Excellent academics and challenging curriculum, superb teachers, a meaningful focus on social issues and involved, caring staff.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Brooklyn, NY is $22,864 for elementary schools and $25,194 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

The average acceptance rate in Brooklyn, NY is 79% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).