Brooklyn School of ExcellenceK–12 College Preparatory · Brooklyn, New York

High School at BSE

High School at BSE

Small-School Attention. College-Level Ambition.

Brooklyn School of Excellence’s high-school program combines rigorous academics with individualized academic planning and comprehensive college preparation.

Students work closely with teachers and advisors to develop academic pathways based on their abilities, interests, graduation requirements, and postsecondary goals.

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Regents & Advanced Placement

Regents preparation supports students as they work toward applicable examinations and graduation requirements. Academic planning connects preparation to each student’s pathway.

Advanced Placement opportunities support students who are ready for advanced academic work. AP coursework and examination preparation depend on the applicable school year and the student’s academic plan. Families should confirm current offerings with BSE before selecting a course.

Explore the Music Institute’s AP Music Theory preparation

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Advanced Mathematics

The mathematics pathway includes geometry, advanced mathematics, statistics, and other current courses, with planning based on readiness and graduation requirements. Students strengthen mathematical reasoning and problem-solving as they prepare for more advanced work.

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Science

Laboratory science and an advanced science pathway develop scientific reasoning through observation, investigation, and analysis. Students connect laboratory work with their academic interests and postsecondary goals.

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Humanities

English Language Arts, U.S. History, World History, government and economics, and advanced writing develop communication, interpretation, and analytical thinking. Academic planning connects these subjects with graduation requirements.

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Talent Development & Enrichment

Students develop their interests through languages, STEM, music, drama, and art. Projects, competitions, and performance opportunities connect academic learning with creative and practical work.

Explore student life and enrichment

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College & Career Preparation

College preparation develops throughout high school, from course planning and activities to college research, applications, and deadlines.

Explore the Grade 9–12 college counseling timeline

Learn about college-credit opportunities

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