BASIS Independent Brooklyn's Lower School campus in Downtown Brooklyn opened in Fall 2021. This campus, centrally located at City Point (405 Gold Street), serves our PreK to Grade 2 students and is thoughtfully designed to welcome our youngest learners to the BASIS Independent Brooklyn curriculum and community.
BASIS Independent Brooklyn prepares students to tackle whatever challenges come their way through our well-rounded, globally inspired curriculum that prioritizes foundational knowledge, encourages independent learning, and grows critical thinking and problem solving skills.
Our teachers have subject-specific expertise in their field and tap into that passion to craft engaging, thought-provoking lessons that allow students to take risks while remaining supported every step of the way. Our teachers are not only proactive in helping students learn to advocate for themsleves, they work to foster a culture of social-emotional wellness in addition to academic support.
With an abundance of electives that allow students to explore a wide variety of interests and topics and an array of extracurricular offerings to help them discover their passions, students get an unmatched academic experience as they learn at the highest international levels, build confidence, and celebrate learning day after day.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Top Ranked NY School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 676 students
- Yearly Tuition: $40,700
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 8 / rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
BASIS Independent Brooklyn ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
SAT Score
ACT Score
Student Body
AP Courses
Sports offered
Extracurriculars
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2014
Summer School Offered
Yes
Summer Program Details
Student Body
Total Students
676 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
53%
State avg.: 40%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
110 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
14 students
Number of AP Courses
26 courses
List of Courses Offered
Advanced Courses
AP 2-D Art and DesignAP Biology
AP Calculus ABAP Calculus BC
AP ChemistryAP Chinese Language and Culture
AP Computer Science AAP English Language and Composition
AP English Literature and CompositionAP Environmental Science
AP European HistoryAP French Language and Culture
AP LatinAP Macroeconomics
AP MicroeconomicsAP Physics 1
AP Physics 2AP Physics C: Electricity and Magnetism
AP Physics C: MechanicsAP Psychology
AP Spanish Language and CultureAP US Government and Politics
AP US History
Average SAT score
1492
(Out of 1600)
Average ACT score
34
(Out of 36)
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 8 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$40,700
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by grade level.
Summer Program Cost Notes
Please find more information about summer at BASIS Independent Brooklyn here: basisindependent.com
College Acceptance Rate
100%
Admissions Director
Thea LaCrosse
Admissions Associate
Caroline Valerio
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
18 sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
28 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Book ClubChess Club
Cinema ClubCoding Club
DECADrama Club
Dungeons and Dragons ClubEco Club
Engineering ClubEntrepreneurs Club
Fashion ClubFBLA
History ClubItalian Club
Jiu-Jitsu ClubMath Club
Minecraft ClubModel UN
National Honor SocietyPhotography Club
Robotics ClubScience Bowl
Science ClubService Learning Club
Sewing ClubStudent Newspaper
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Fencing ClubGolf Club
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bears
- The mission of BASIS Independent Schools is to educate students to the highest international levels with a spiraling liberal arts and sciences curriculum benchmarked to the best education systems in the world.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does BASIS Independent Brooklyn cost?
BASIS Independent Brooklyn's tuition is approximately $40,700 for private students.
Does BASIS Independent Brooklyn offer a summer program?
Yes, BASIS Independent Brooklyn offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does BASIS Independent Brooklyn offer?
BASIS Independent Brooklyn offers 18 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Cross Country, Dance, Fencing, Flag Football, Football, Indoor Soccer, Martial Arts, Soccer, Squash, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Weightlifting and Winter Track. BASIS Independent Brooklyn is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in New York for most sports offered.
What is BASIS Independent Brooklyn's ranking?
BASIS Independent Brooklyn ranks among the top 20% of private schools in New York for: Highest average SAT score, Highest average ACT score, Largest student body, Most AP courses offered, Most sports offered and Most extracurriculars offered.
When is the application deadline for BASIS Independent Brooklyn?
The application deadline for BASIS Independent Brooklyn is Jan. 8 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 8 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is BASIS Independent Brooklyn located?
BASIS Independent Brooklyn is located in the Red Hook neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.
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