Very Good
#764 of 4,742 schools in NY
Top 16% in state
Dock Street School for Steam Studies
Middle School · NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
19 DOCK ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Enrollment
274
Student-Teacher
8.6:1
Score
7.9
Grades
6th – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
New York schools
#764 of 4,742
In Brooklyn
#76 of 570
public schools
In district
#11 of 40
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Dock Street School for Steam Studies
Dock Street School for Steam Studies is a public middle school in Brooklyn, NY, part of NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13. Dock Street School for Steam Studies serves approximately 274 students, and covers grades 6th-8th, and has a 8.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Dock Street School for Steam Studies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10 and ranks #764 of 4,742 schools in NY.
Structured state assessment records for Dock Street School for Steam Studies show 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.9 · Very Good
- District avg 5.5
- NY avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 8.6:1 students to teachers, Dock Street School for Steam Studies sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
40% of students at Dock Street School for Steam Studies were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Dock Street School for Steam Studies — Students at Dock Street School for Steam Studies score 53% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
69%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores NY EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 33 test records from NY state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.8/10.
How Dock Street School for Steam Studies Compares
See how Dock Street School for Steam Studies performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
19 DOCK ST, Brooklyn, NY 11201
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Dock Street School for Steam Studies may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. BRIDGES: A SCHOOL FOR EXPLORATION AND EQUITY (rated 4.8/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, EDMUND W GORDON BROOKLYN LABORATORY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 3.9/10, 0.3 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Brooklyn, see our Brooklyn schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 0.7 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 11201 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$169,285
Median Home Value
$1,131,700
Median Rent
$3,207/mo
Population
69,251
College Educated
79.2%
Homeownership
35.5%
Avg Commute
30.9 min
Poverty Rate
10.4%
Median Age
35.2
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Dock Street School for Steam Studies
What grades does Dock Street School for Steam Studies serve?
Dock Street School for Steam Studies serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
How many students attend Dock Street School for Steam Studies?
Dock Street School for Steam Studies has an enrollment of approximately 274 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Dock Street School for Steam Studies?
The student-teacher ratio at Dock Street School for Steam Studies is 8.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Dock Street School for Steam Studies rank in NY?
Dock Street School for Steam Studies ranks #764 of 4,742 schools in NY.
What is Dock Street School for Steam Studies's MySchoolScout rating?
Dock Street School for Steam Studies has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.9 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
What are the test scores at Dock Street School for Steam Studies?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Dock Street School for Steam Studies has 39% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 54% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Dock Street School for Steam Studies a charter school?
No, Dock Street School for Steam Studies is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Dock Street School for Steam Studies a Title I school?
No, Dock Street School for Steam Studies is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Dock Street School for Steam Studies?
69.0% of students at Dock Street School for Steam Studies qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 6th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 274
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 32
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 69.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large City
- County
- Kings County
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.1%
- Phone
- (718) 780-7660
Resources & Links
District
NEW YORK CITY GEOGRAPHIC DISTRICT #13- District Enrollment
- 19,232
- Schools in District
- 41
- District Rank
- #11 of 40
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