Serving 181 students in grades 6-7, Middle School 935 ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in New York for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the New York state average of 46%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the New York state average of 49%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is equal to the New York state level of 11:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-7
- Enrollment: 181 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in NY
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Middle School 935 ranks among the top 20% of public schools in New York for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Middle School 935's student population of 181 students has grown by 88% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 183% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-7
Total Students
181 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Middle School 935 ranks within the bottom 50% of all 4,377 schools in New York (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Middle School 935 is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#2678 out of 4377 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
46%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
11:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
4%
10%
Hispanic
83%
29%
Black
13%
16%
White
n/a
40%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
53%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NY Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Middle School 935's ranking?
Middle School 935 is ranked #2678 out of 4,377 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in New York.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 46% NY state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 49% NY state average).
How many students attend Middle School 935?
181 students attend Middle School 935.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Middle School 935 students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Middle School 935?
Middle School 935 has a student ration of 11:1, which is equal to the New York state average of 11:1.
What grades does Middle School 935 offer ?
Middle School 935 offers enrollment in grades 6-7
What school district is Middle School 935 part of?
Middle School 935 is part of New York City Geographic District #19 School District.
In what neighborhood is Middle School 935 located?
Middle School 935 is located in the Cypress Hills neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY. There are 11 other public schools located in Cypress Hills.
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